Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तामसा निरयं यान्ति राजसा मानुषांस तथा

Shloka (श्लोक)

तामसा निरयं यान्ति राजसा मानुषांस तथा
सात्त्विका देवलॊकाय गच्छन्ति सुखभागिनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the destinies associated with the three gunas.

Translations

English Translation

The verse describes how individuals influenced by tamas descend into hell, those motivated by rajas experience human life, and those aligned with sattva elevate to divine realms, promoting the idea of moral and spiritual evolution.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि तामस से प्रभावित व्यक्ति नरक जाता है, राजस से प्रेरित व्यक्ति मानवीय जीवन जीता है, और सात्त्विक व्यक्ति दिव्य लोकों की ओर उठते हैं, जो नैतिक और आध्यात्मिक विकास के विचार को बढ़ावा देता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the Shanti Parva, discussing the consequences of actions and qualities on the afterlife.

Meaning

It encourages reflection on how our qualities impact our paths and ultimate destinies, guiding us towards higher consciousness.

Application

By aligning with sattvic qualities, individuals can aspire for divine experiences and a more fulfilling life.