Mahabharata Svargarohana Parva – भूयिष्ठं पापकर्मा यः स पूर्वं सवर्गम अश्नुते

Shloka (श्लोक)

भूयिष्ठं पापकर्मा यः स पूर्वं सवर्गम अश्नुते
तेन तवम एवं गमितॊ मया शरेयॊ ऽरथिना नृप

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the consequences of grievous wrongdoing leading to a path beyond heavenly realms.

Translations

English Translation

It states that one who commits the gravest sins will experience the greatest level of suffering. The speaker urges the king to understand that the sinful man may have tasted heaven but still must face dire consequences.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि जो सबसे गंभीर पाप करता है उसे सबसे बड़े कष्ट का सामना करना पड़ता है। वक्ता राजा से आग्रह करता है कि पापी व्यक्ति ने स्वर्ग का अनुभव किया हो सकता है लेकिन उसे गंभीर परिणामों का सामना करना पड़ेगा।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is a part of the Svargarohana Parva, shedding light on the gravity of vice and its repercussions beyond temporary pleasures.

Meaning

It emphasizes that earthly joys can be fleeting and are often accompanied by karmic debt that must eventually be settled.

Application

This encourages individuals to be mindful of their choices, knowing that temporary gains may lead to permanent suffering.