Mahabharata Vana Parva – शुभाशुभं पुरुषः कर्मकृत्वा; परतीक्षते तस्य फलं सम कर्ता

Shloka (श्लोक)

शुभाशुभं पुरुषः कर्मकृत्वा; परतीक्षते तस्य फलं सम कर्ता
स तेन युज्यत्य अवशः फलेना; मॊक्षः कथं सयात पुरुषस्य तस्मात

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the consequences of a person’s actions and their inevitable outcomes.

Translations

English Translation

A person, through their deeds—good or bad—awaits the results rooted deeply in their actions, suggesting that liberation or bondage is a direct consequence of one’s own actions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक व्यक्ति, अपने कार्यों—अच्छे या बुरे—के माध्यम से, उसके कार्यों में गहराई से निहित परिणामों की प्रतीक्षा करता है, यह सुझाव देते हुए कि मुक्ति या बंधन सीधे किसी के अपने कार्यों का परिणाम हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka serves as a philosophical reflection on karma, emphasizing the law of cause and effect.

Meaning

It highlights the importance of understanding the impact of our actions on our lives and future.

Application

The teaching here encourages mindful living, as the fruits of our actions shape our destiny and spiritual journey.