Mahabharata Shanti Parva – आयुषॊ ऽनते परहायेदं कषीणप्रायं कलेवरम

Shloka (श्लोक)

आयुषॊ ऽनते परहायेदं कषीणप्रायं कलेवरम
परतिगृह्णाति तत पापं कर्तुः कर्मफलं हि तत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys the inevitable consequences of actions throughout one’s life and the accountability associated with them.

Translations

English Translation

The verse cautions that when the end of life approaches, a person cannot escape the inherent consequences of their actions, which defines their fate.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक चेतावनी देता है कि जब जीवन का अंत निकट आता है, तो व्यक्ति अपने कर्मों के अंतर्निहित परिणामों से बच नहीं सकता, जो उनकी किस्मत को परिभाषित करता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Shanti Parva, this shloka evokes awareness of moral responsibility throughout one’s life journey and its repercussions after life.

Meaning

It urges individuals to reflect on their actions and understand that they will have to face their choices at the end of life, highlighting personal accountability.

Application

This encourages us to lead a life of mindful choices, being aware of the long-term implications of our actions on our destiny.