Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – कृतः पुरुषकारस तु दैवम एवानुवर्तते

Shloka (श्लोक)

कृतः पुरुषकारस तु दैवम एवानुवर्तते
न दैवम अकृते किं चित कस्य चिद दातुम अर्हति

⚡ Quick Meaning

Only through human efforts does divine will manifest; without these efforts, no one is worthy of anything.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka asserts that divine will is only accessible through human actions, thereby establishing that efforts must precede the reception of blessings and that without such efforts, no one deserves anything.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात को व्यक्त करता है कि ईश्वरीय इच्छा केवल मानव प्रयासों के माध्यम से प्रकट होती है, इस प्रकार यह स्थापित करता है कि आशीर्वादों के लिए प्रयास आवश्यक हैं और बिना प्रयास के कोई भी किसी चीज़ का हकदार नहीं होता।

Commentary

Context

This verse emphasizes the interplay between human actions and divine grace, reinforcing a fundamental tenet in the Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

It illustrates that divine intervention in our lives is contingent upon our own efforts and diligence.

Application

This teaching encourages individuals to remain proactive in their endeavors, understanding that success comes through collaboration with divine will.