Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अथ वा पुरुषः कर्ता कर्मणॊः शुभपापयॊः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अथ वा पुरुषः कर्ता कर्मणॊः शुभपापयॊः
न परं विद्यते तस्माद एवम अन्यच छुभं कुरु

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the importance of performing good actions as the highest duty of a person.

Translations

English Translation

A person is the doer of actions, whether good or bad, and beyond this action, no other duty exists; therefore, it is essential to perform only the good.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक व्यक्ति कार्यों का कर्ता है, चाहे वे अच्छे हों या बुरे, और इस कार्य के अलावा कोई अन्य कर्तव्य नहीं है; इसलिए, केवल अच्छे कार्य करना आवश्यक है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the Shanti Parva, where Krishna guides Yudhishthira on the significance of one’s actions.

Meaning

The essence of this verse indicates that one’s actions determine their fate and must be oriented towards goodness.

Application

This teaching encourages individuals to focus on righteous actions to ensure a favorable outcome in life.