Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – गुणात्मकं कर्म वदन्ति वेदास; तस्मान मन्त्रा मन्त्रमूलं हि कर्म

Shloka (श्लोक)

गुणात्मकं कर्म वदन्ति वेदास; तस्मान मन्त्रा मन्त्रमूलं हि कर्म
विधिर विधेयं मनसॊपपत्तिः; फलस्य भॊक्ता तु यथा शरीरी

⚡ Quick Meaning

The nature of actions is defined by the Vedas, linking the essence of actions to the mind’s capabilities.

Translations

English Translation

The Vedas describe the qualitative nature of actions, suggesting that the essence of actions is rooted in the mind’s abilities. The results of actions depend on the one experiencing those results, similar to a body perceiving experiences.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वेद गुणात्मक कार्यों का वर्णन करते हैं, यह सुझाव देते हुए कि कार्यों का सार मन की क्षमताओं में निहित है। कार्यों के परिणाम उस व्यक्ति पर निर्भर करते हैं जो उन परिणामों का अनुभव करता है, जैसे एक शरीर अनुभवों का अनुभव करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka speaks about the interconnectedness of action, intention, and experience in life, emphasizing the importance of mindset within one’s actions.

Meaning

The essence of this verse is that the quality of our actions is determined not just by the actions themselves, but by the mental framework from which they arise.

Application

Understanding this can aid us in mindful living, reminding us to align our intentions with our actions for holistic fulfillment.