Mahabharata Vana Parva – दौष्कुल्या वयाधिबहुला दुरात्मानॊ ऽपरतापिनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

दौष्कुल्या वयाधिबहुला दुरात्मानॊ ऽपरतापिनः
भवन्त्य अल्पायुषः पापा रौद्रकर्मफलॊदयाः
नाथन्तः सर्वकामानां नास्तिका भिन्नसेतवः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks about the ill-fate and suffering of those with impure intentions and their short-lived existence.

Translations

English Translation

Individuals born into undesirable circumstances, beset by diseases and negative traits, face a life filled with troubles and short lifespan. They tend to be devoid of faith and find themselves lacking in any direction towards fulfilling their desires.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो लोग अनचाहे हालात में जन्म लेते हैं, बीमारियों और नकारात्मक गुणों से ग्रस्त होते हैं, उन्हें troubles और अल्प जीवन का सामना करना पड़ता है। वे विश्वास से विहीन होते हैं और अपनी इच्छाओं की पूर्ति की दिशा में कोई राह नहीं पाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Vana Parva presents insights into the karmic repercussions of one’s birth circumstances.

Meaning

It illustrates that one’s environment and inherited traits significantly influence their life’s quality and longevity.

Application

This teaching urges introspection into the nature of one’s origins and stresses the need for striving toward good karma regardless of circumstances.