Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – दैवमानुषयॊः किं सवित कर्मणॊः शरेष्ठम इत्य उत

Shloka (श्लोक)

दैवमानुषयॊः किं सवित कर्मणॊः शरेष्ठम इत्य उत
पुरा वसिष्ठॊ भगवान पितामहम अपृच्छत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse addresses the comparison of divine and human actions in the context of karma.

Translations

English Translation

Once, Sage Vasishtha inquired from Lord Brahma about the nature of divine and human actions, seeking to understand which actions among these two are superior when it comes to karma.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक बार, sage वशिष्ठ ने ब्रह्मा जी से पूछा कि दैव और मानव कार्यों में कौन सा कार्य अधिक श्रेष्ठ है, तब वह कर्म की प्रकृति को समझने की कोशिश कर रहे थे।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of a dialogue in the Anushasana Parva, where cosmic principles are explored.

Meaning

The inquiry reflects the quest for understanding the larger actions that govern life and their consequences on both human and divine scales.

Application

This shloka can encourage individuals to reflect upon their actions and the underlying motivations, seeking a higher understanding of karma.