Mahabharata Vana Parva – अन्यत्र पापाद विषमान मन्दबुद्धेर; दुर्यॊधनात कषुद्रतराच च कर्णात

Shloka (श्लोक)

अन्यत्र पापाद विषमान मन्दबुद्धेर; दुर्यॊधनात कषुद्रतराच च कर्णात
तेषां हीमे हीनसुखप्रियाणां; महात्मनां संजनयन्ति तेजः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Ill intentions generate darkness in the minds of those like Duryodhana and Karna; righteous souls shine even in adversity.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka suggests that negative intentions can corrupt one’s understanding, similar to Duryodhana and Karna. Yet, the noble and virtuous individuals are often the source of radiant strength and positivity, even in dire circumstances.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि नकारात्मक इच्छाएँ किसी के विवेक को भ्रष्ट कर सकती हैं, जैसे दुर्योधन और कर्ण। फिर भी, नेक और सदाचारिता वाले व्यक्ति अक्सर कठिनाइयों में भी शक्तिशाली और सकारात्मकता का स्रोत होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

As the war approaches, this verse reflects on the moral decay epitomized by certain characters while contrasting them with the virtuous.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka stresses the importance of pure intentions and the inherent strength of noble characters in challenging times.

Application

In life, cultivate virtue and clarity of thought, understanding that integrity often overcomes darkness and leads to greater resilience.