Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कृतमूलम इदानीं तज जातशब्दं सहायवत

Shloka (श्लोक)
कृतमूलम इदानीं तज जातशब्दं सहायवत
न शक्यं पुनर आदातुं वान्तम अन्नम इव तवया
⚡ Quick Meaning
It is impossible to retrieve what has been consumed.
Translations
English Translation
The effects of actions rooted in past deeds cannot be easily reversed, similar to the impossibility of reclaiming consumed food. Once an experience is lived and passed, it cannot be undone.
हिंदी अनुवाद
भूतकाल के कर्मों के परिणाम को सहजता से नहीं बदला जा सकता, जैसे कि खाया हुआ भोजन पुनः प्राप्त नहीं किया जा सकता। एक बार जो अनुभव हो गया, उसे वापस नहीं लाया जा सकता।
Commentary
Context
This verse metaphorically relates consumption to actions and their irreversible consequences.
Meaning
It suggests cherishing the present since past actions cannot be altered or reclaimed, reflecting the nature of time and consequence.
Application
This teaches individuals to live responsibly and mindfully, recognizing that every action we take carries lasting implications.
