Mahabharata Shanti Parva – राजसं तामसं चैव शुद्धात्माकर्म संभवम

Shloka (श्लोक)

राजसं तामसं चैव शुद्धात्माकर्म संभवम
तत सर्वं देहिनां बीजं सर्वम आत्मवतः समम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka distinguishes between three states of being—rajas, tamas, and sattva—reflecting their roles in a pure soul’s actions.

Translations

English Translation

This verse categorizes actions associated with rajas (passion), tamas (ignorance), and sattva (purity), revealing how they interrelate within every being. It highlights that all individuals possess these attributes, influencing their nature and actions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक राजस (उत्साह), तामस (अज्ञान) और सत्व (शुद्धता) के कार्यों को वर्गीकृत करता है, यह बताते हुए कि ये सभी विशेषताएँ प्रत्येक इंसान में विद्यमान होती हैं, जिनका उनके स्वभाव और क्रियाओं पर प्रभाव पड़ता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse underlines the complexity of human nature as discussed in the Shanti Parva, asserting that our actions stem from multiple influences.

Meaning

The implication is that awareness of these qualities can assist individuals in choosing paths that align with their higher nature.

Application

By recognizing these three gunas, one can better navigate their motivations, leading to more deliberate and virtuous actions in life.