Mahabharata Shanti Parva – नाशुद्धम आचरेत तस्माद अभीप्सन देहयापनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

नाशुद्धम आचरेत तस्माद अभीप्सन देहयापनम
कर्मणॊ विवरं कुर्वन न कॊकान आप्नुयाच छुभान

⚡ Quick Meaning

One should avoid impure actions in pursuit of desires related to the body.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka advises against performing impure actions while pursuing desires associated with one’s physical form. It emphasizes that by engaging in such actions, one cannot attain auspicious results, highlighting the importance of purity in actions for attaining goals.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक शारीरिक इच्छाओं के संदर्भ में अशुद्ध कार्यों से बचने की सलाह देता है। यह बताता है कि ऐसे कार्यों में लिप्त होकर कोई शुभ परिणाम नहीं प्राप्त कर सकता, इसलिए लक्ष्यों को प्राप्त करने हेतु कार्यों में शुद्धता जरूरी है।

Commentary

Context

This verse belongs to the Shanti Parva where lessons on ethical living and the significance of purity in actions are imparted.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka is to convey that actions driven by impurity lead to undesirable outcomes.

Application

It prompts individuals to evaluate the purity of their actions and motives in order to attain meaningful success in life.