Mahabharata Drona Parva – राजनीतिं वयपाश्रित्य परहिताश चैव काननम

Shloka (श्लोक)

राजनीतिं वयपाश्रित्य परहिताश चैव काननम
यत्नेन च कृतं यत ते दैवेन विनिपातितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks about the inevitability of fate and the results of efforts made for the welfare of others.

Translations

English Translation

This verse emphasizes that despite all political strategies and efforts made for the general good, whatever is destined by divine will ultimately prevails. It reflects on the futility of human efforts when faced with fate.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि राजनीतिक रणनीतियों और दूसरों के कल्याण के लिए किए गए सभी प्रयासों के बावजूद, जो कुछ भी भाग्य द्वारा निर्धारित होता है, वह अंततः विजयी होता है। यह भाग्य के सामने मानव प्रयासों की व्यर्थता पर जोर देता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Drona Parva of the Mahabharata, this shloka highlights the tension between human effort and divine will during critical moments of battle and strategy.

Meaning

The line suggests that despite a person’s efforts, ultimate results are governed by destiny, urging humility in one’s endeavors.

Application

This shloka can inspire individuals to act with integrity while also accepting that some outcomes lie beyond their control, fostering a balance between effort and acceptance.