Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – यथा छायातपौ नित्यं सुसंबद्धौ निरन्तरम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यथा छायातपौ नित्यं सुसंबद्धौ निरन्तरम
तथा कर्म च कर्ता च संबद्धाव आत्मकर्मभिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The actions of a person are connected to their true nature, similar to the eternal relationship of shadow and sunlight.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the inseparable bond between actions and the doer. Just as a shadow is constantly tied to its source of light, an individual’s karma is intrinsically linked to their true self, indicating that one’s actions are a reflection of their innate qualities.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक क्रियाओं और कर्ता के बीच अविभाज्य संबंध को उजागर करता है। जैसे छाया हमेशा अपने प्रकाश के स्रोत से जुड़ी रहती है, व्यक्ति का कर्म उसकी असली प्रकृति से अंतर्विभाजित होता है, यह दर्शाता है कि किसी के कर्म उसकी अंतर्निहित गुणों का प्रतिबिंब हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka arrives in the context of an individual’s understanding of their actions in relation to their true nature within the Anushasana Parva of the Mahabharata.

Meaning

The meaning conveyed is that our actions define us; as such, we must be conscious and responsible for our deeds as they reflect our essence.

Application

In practical life, this shloka teaches us to align our actions with our true nature, promoting introspection and ethical living in accordance with one’s values.