Mahabharata Drona Parva – कर्ता तवं कर्मणॊग्रस्य नाहं वृष्णिकुलाधम

Shloka (श्लोक)

कर्ता तवं कर्मणॊग्रस्य नाहं वृष्णिकुलाधम
पापानां च तवम आवासः कर्मणां मा पुनर वद

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka addresses the concept of action and its accountability in the face of one’s lineage.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker asserts that they are not responsible for the actions that may arise from a low lineage, and questions why they should be criticized for actions tied to others’ sins. It reflects on the notions of personal versus inherited responsibility.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि वक्ता उन कार्यों के लिए जिम्मेदार नहीं हैं जो निम्न वंश से उत्पन्न हो सकते हैं, और यह सवाल उठाता है कि उन्हें दूसरों के पापों के लिए आलोचना क्यों की जानी चाहिए। यह व्यक्तिगत बनाम विरासती जिम्मेदारी के विचारों पर प्रकाश डालता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Drona Parva, this verse discusses the implications of social status and the ethics of blaming individuals for the actions of their lineage.

Meaning

The meaning encapsulates the struggle against societal prejudices related to one’s ancestry and calls for fair judgment based on personal merit.

Application

This shloka prompts us to evaluate individuals on their actions rather than their background, fostering a more equitable perspective.