Mahabharata Vana Parva – यॊ यथा परकृतिर जन्तुः सवां सवां परकृतिम अश्नुते

Shloka (श्लोक)

यॊ यथा परकृतिर जन्तुः सवां सवां परकृतिम अश्नुते
पापात्मा करॊधकामादीन दॊषान आप्नॊत्य अनात्मवान

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes that each being attains their nature based on their inherent qualities.

Translations

English Translation

According to their inherent nature, beings acquire specific qualities. Those with a sinful disposition become engulfed by anger and desire, thus attracting the negative attributes they harbor within themselves.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो जीव अपनी स्वाभाविक प्रकृति के अनुसार होते हैं, वे उसी के अनुसार गुण प्राप्त करते हैं। जो पापात्मा होते हैं, वे क्रोध और इच्छाओं से ग्रस्त होकर अपने भीतर के दोषों को प्राप्त करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in Vana Parva and reflects on the nature of beings, highlighting the importance of innate qualities.

Meaning

It reveals how one’s actions and characteristics stem from their internal nature, linking morality and behavior.

Application

This shloka advises self-awareness and self-improvement, encouraging individuals to cultivate positive qualities.