Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सर्वाणि कर्माणि पुरा कृतानि; शुभाशुभान्य आत्मनॊ यान्ति जन्तॊर

Shloka (श्लोक)

सर्वाणि कर्माणि पुरा कृतानि; शुभाशुभान्य आत्मनॊ यान्ति जन्तॊर
उपस्थितं कर्मफलं विदित्वा; बुद्धिं तथा चॊदयते ऽनतरात्मा

⚡ Quick Meaning

All actions performed in the past, whether good or bad, manifest for the soul, guiding the intellect of a person based on their karma.

Translations

English Translation

All the actions that have been performed by an individual earlier, whether auspicious or inauspicious, influence the soul. Understanding the resultant fruits of these actions, the inner self urges the intellect towards wisdom and discernment.

हिंदी अनुवाद

व्यक्ति द्वारा पूर्व में किए गए सभी कर्म, चाहे वे शुभ हों या अशुभ, आत्मा पर प्रभाव डालते हैं। इन कर्मों के फल को समझते हुए, अंतरात्मा बुद्धि को ज्ञान और विवेक की ओर प्रेरित करती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the law of karma and its implications for personal growth and moral decision-making in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

The essence of this verse lies in recognizing that past actions shape our present reality and decisions.

Application

One should actively reflect on past actions and their consequences to steer towards a more virtuous life.