Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – रागी कर्मफलप्रेप्सुर लुब्धॊ हिंसात्मकॊ ऽशुचिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

रागी कर्मफलप्रेप्सुर लुब्धॊ हिंसात्मकॊ ऽशुचिः
हर्षशॊकान्वितः कर्ता राजसः परिकीर्तितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

A person driven by attachment and desire for results, often troubled by joy and sorrow, is considered rajasic.

Translations

English Translation

The individual who is attached to the fruits of their actions, swayed by emotions of joy and sorrow, and driven by greed and impurity, is described as rajasic. This type of action reflects a turbulent emotional state, leading to instability due to the duality of experiences.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वह व्यक्ति जो अपने कार्यों के फलों के प्रति बंधा होता है, और खुशी और दुख के अनुभवों से प्रभावित होता है, और लालच तथा अशुद्धता से प्रेरित होता है, उसे राजसिक कहा जाता है। इस प्रकार की क्रिया एक अशांत भावनात्मक स्थिति को दर्शाती है, जिससे अनुभव की द्वैधता के कारण अस्थिरता बढ़ती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse presents the characteristics of a rajasic person, encapsulating the emotional turmoil that often accompanies actions driven by desire and attachment.

Meaning

The message highlights how attachment to outcomes can cause distress, making it critical for individuals to reflect on their emotional engagement and motivations.

Application

This shloka encourages the recognition of emotional states while taking action, prompting a journey towards emotional balance and clarity.