Mahabharata Shanti Parva – मुक्तश च कां गतिं गच्छेन मॊक्षश चैव किम आत्मकः

Shloka (श्लोक)

मुक्तश च कां गतिं गच्छेन मॊक्षश चैव किम आत्मकः
सवर्गतश चैव किं कुर्याद येन न चयवते दिवः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the essence of liberation and the actions needed to attain it.

Translations

English Translation

What is the destination of a liberated person, and what is the essence of moksha? Furthermore, what actions should one undertake to avoid falling from heaven?

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक मुक्त व्यक्ति का गंतव्य क्या है, और मोक्ष का वास्तविक अर्थ क्या है? इसके अलावा, स्वर्ग से गिरने से बचने के लिए किस प्रकार के कार्य करना चाहिए?

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects the philosophical inquiries posed to wise sages in the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of understanding one’s path towards true liberation and the necessary actions that accompany it.

Application

By pondering this shloka, individuals can evaluate their spiritual journey and the choices they make to achieve higher states of being.