Mahabharata Shanti Parva – दैवं पुरुषकारश च मॊक्षामॊक्षौ भयाभये

Shloka (श्लोक)

दैवं पुरुषकारश च मॊक्षामॊक्षौ भयाभये
हिंसाहिंसे तपॊयज्ञः संयमॊ ऽथ विषाविषम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the roles of divine grace and personal effort in achieving liberation while exploring the dualities of fear and courage.

Translations

English Translation

The verse asserts that both divine intervention and human endeavor are essential for attaining liberation or bondage, emphasizing the importance of sacrifice, control, and the distinction between harm and non-harm.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि मोक्ष या बंधन प्राप्त करने के लिए देव संबंधी कार्य और मानव प्रयास दोनों अत्यंत आवश्यक हैं, और यह बलिदान, संयम, तथा हिंसा और अहिंसा के बीच का अंतर दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Embedded in Shanti Parva, the verse focuses on the interplay between divine and human actions in the quest for freedom.

Meaning

It presents a balanced view of how both divine grace and individual effort contribute to spiritual progress.

Application

Recognizing this duality urges individuals to harmonize their efforts with a reverence for divine support in their journey to liberation.