Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यथा महार्णवे कषिप्त आमलॊष्टॊ विनश्यति

Shloka (श्लोक)

यथा महार्णवे कषिप्त आमलॊष्टॊ विनश्यति
तथा दुश्चरितं कर्म पराभावाय कल्पते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse compares harmful actions to a grain of sand lost in the ocean.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka draws an analogy between harmful actions and a grain of sand cast into the ocean, signifying their potential for destruction and loss of virtue.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक हानिकारक कार्यों की तुलना महासागर में फेंके गए बालू के कण से करता है, जो उनके विनाश और सद्गुण के हानि की संभावनाओं को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This teaching emphasizes the weight of one’s actions and their inevitable consequences within the moral framework of life.

Meaning

It serves as a reminder that negative actions lead to loss of reputation and virtue, echoing the importance of ethical living.

Application

By being mindful of our actions, we can work towards contributing positively to our lives and the lives of others.