Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – कृत्वा पापानि कर्माणि अधर्मवशम आगतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

[बृहस्पति]कृत्वा पापानि कर्माणि अधर्मवशम आगतः
मनसा विपरीतेन निरयं परतिपद्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those who commit sins under the influence of unrighteousness are led by their minds into hell.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka avers that engaging in sinful acts driven by unrighteousness, a person’s mind, when influenced negatively, leads them towards a dire fate like hell. It emphasizes the significance of one’s mindset in determining their moral and existential outcomes.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि जो लोग अधर्म के प्रभाव में पाप करते हैं, वे अपने मन से नकारात्मकता की ओर बढ़ते हैं और नरक जैसी दुष्ट अवस्था में पहुँच जाते हैं। यह हमारे मानसिकता की महत्ता को उजागर करता है जो हमें नैतिक और जीवन के परिणामों में प्रभावित करती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Anushasana Parva, illustrating the results of indulging in sinful actions under the sway of negative influences.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka underscores the destructive potential when individuals follow baseless mindsets leading to evil acts.

Application

Practicing mindfulness and aligning actions with righteousness can prevent one from falling into unfavorable outcomes.