Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – नैव कालॊ न भुजगॊ न मृत्युर इह कारणम

Shloka (श्लोक)

नैव कालॊ न भुजगॊ न मृत्युर इह कारणम
सवकर्मभिर अयं बालः कालेन निधनं गतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Time, serpent, and death are not the reasons; this child met death due to his own deeds.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka makes it clear that external elements like time or death do not govern our fate; instead, it is our own actions that lead to our experiences. It emphasizes personal accountability and the consequences of individual choices.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक स्पष्ट करता है कि बाहरी तत्व जैसे समय या मृत्यु हमारे भाग्य का निर्धारण नहीं करते; इसके बजाय, हमारे अपने कर्म ही हमारे अनुभवों का कारण बनते हैं। यह व्यक्तिगत जिम्मेदारी और व्यक्तिगत चुनावों के परिणामों पर जोर देता है।

Commentary

Context

In the context of Anushasana Parva, this shloka addresses the philosophical exploration of causality and the role of human agency in shaping one’s fate.

Meaning

The message highlights the idea that self-created actions are the true determinants of life’s outcomes, urging individuals to take charge of their destinies by recognizing their role in their paths.

Application

This shloka encourages self-reflection on one’s actions and their results, guiding us to make choices that lead to fulfillment and growth rather than blaming external factors.