Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – बुद्धियुक्तॊ जहातीह उभे सुकृतदुष्कृते

Shloka (श्लोक)

बुद्धियुक्तॊ जहातीह उभे सुकृतदुष्कृते
तस्माद यॊगाय युज्यस्व यॊगः कर्मसु कौशलम

⚡ Quick Meaning

An intellect-guided individual renounces both good and bad actions.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates that a person who employs their intellect transcends both good and bad actions. Such individuals are encouraged to engage in yoga, which equates to a skillful execution of their duties.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि जो व्यक्ति अपनी बुद्धि का प्रयोग करता है वह अच्छे और बुरे कार्यों से परे चला जाता है। ऐसे व्यक्तियों को योग में संलग्न होने के लिए प्रेरित किया जाता है, जो उनके कर्तव्यों के कुशल निष्पादन के समान है।

Commentary

Context

Found within the Bhishma Parva, this verse emphasizes the role of intellect in distinguishing actions and promotes the practice of yoga for skillful engagement.

Meaning

The shloka conveys that a wise individual is unaffected by the dichotomy of good and bad, focusing instead on higher pursuits.

Application

This principle suggests prioritizing wisdom in actions and aspiring for excellence in every endeavor without being swayed by conventional judgments.