Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – स एव चेतसा तेन हतॊ लिप्येत सर्वदा

Shloka (श्लोक)

स एव चेतसा तेन हतॊ लिप्येत सर्वदा
शकृता च पवित्रार्थं कुर्वीरन देव मानुषाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those who are spiritually inclined benefit from sacred actions regardless of their state.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the importance of purity and good deeds. It suggests that even if one is struck down, their intention and actions can uplift them spiritually, highlighting the power of sacred acts performed by both divine and human beings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक पवित्रता और अच्छे कार्यों के महत्व को उजागर करता है। यह सुझाव देता है कि अगर कोई हताश हो जाए, तो उनके इरादे और कार्य उन्हें आध्यात्मिक रूप से ऊँचा उठा सकते हैं, जो कि देव और मानव दोनों द्वारा किए गए पवित्र कार्यों की शक्ति को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of Anushasana Parva, which discusses the significance of righteous actions and their enduring effects.

Meaning

It conveys that intent behind actions contributes more significantly to one’s spiritual journey than the actions themselves, making purity essential.

Application

Practicing mindful actions with a pure heart can lead to spiritual upliftment, beneficial not only for the doer but also for the society around them.