Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – धूमॊ रात्रिस तथा कृष्णः षण्मासा दक्षिणायनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

धूमॊ रात्रिस तथा कृष्णः षण्मासा दक्षिणायनम
तत्र चान्द्रमसं जयॊतिर यॊगी पराप्य निवर्तते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the path taken by yogis who follow the path of darkness.

Translations

English Translation

This verse explains that those who depart on the path of darkness during the southern solstice return to the cycle of birth, emphasizing the consequences of one’s choices.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि जो लोग दक्षिणायण में मार्ग लेते हैं, वे पुनः जन्म के चक्र में लौटते हैं, यह दिखाते हुए कि हमारे निर्णय महत्वपूर्ण हैं।

Commentary

Context

This part of the Mahabharata contrasts the paths of light and darkness, shedding light on karmic consequences in one’s spiritual journey.

Meaning

The shloka points out that actions and choices determine the path of a soul after death.

Application

Practitioners are encouraged to reflect on their lifestyle choices, aiming for actions that lead towards light and away from the darkness of ignorance.