Mahabharata Sauptika Parva – न तन मनसि कर्तव्यं न हि तद दरौणिना कृतम

Shloka (श्लोक)

न तन मनसि कर्तव्यं न हि तद दरौणिना कृतम
महादेव परसादः स कुरु कार्यम अनन्तरम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on fulfilling duties without being influenced by Drauni’s actions.

Translations

English Translation

The verse indicates that one must not be troubled by what has been done by Dronacharya, and with the grace of Lord Shiva, one should undertake necessary actions immediately.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक संकेत करता है कि किसी को द्रोणाचार्य द्वारा किए गए कार्यों से प्रभावित नहीं होना चाहिए। महादेव की कृपा से, व्यक्ति को आवश्यक कार्य तुरंत आरंभ करना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is placed in the Sauptika Parva, where there is a discussion about actions to be taken after significant events in the war.

Meaning

The essence of this verse is to encourage decisive action and focus on one’s responsibilities, irrespective of past adversity.

Application

This teaching applies to modern life where one must not dwell on past failures but rather act proactively and with purpose.