Mahabharata Vana Parva – कषेत्रे सुकृष्टे हय उपिते च बीजे; देवे च वर्षत्य ऋतुकालयुक्तम

Shloka (श्लोक)

कषेत्रे सुकृष्टे हय उपिते च बीजे; देवे च वर्षत्य ऋतुकालयुक्तम
न सयात फलं तस्य कुतः परसिद्धिर; अन्यत्र दैवाद इति चिन्तयामि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the conditions necessary for seeds to yield fruit and the role of destiny.

Translations

English Translation

In fertile lands where seeds are well-sown, and rains align with their season, the results are sure. Without the right conditions, even divine effort may not yield fruits, suggesting the importance of circumstances and fate in achieving success.

हिंदी अनुवाद

उचित भूमि में जहाँ बीज सही तरीके से बोए जाते हैं और बारिश अपने समय पर होती है, वहां फल मिलना निश्चित होता है। सही परिस्थितियों के बिना, देवताओं की मदद भी किसी काम की नहीं होती, जिससे यह स्पष्ट होता है कि सफलता के लिए परिस्थितियाँ और नियति कितनी महत्वपूर्ण हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of a conversation that contemplates the interplay between effort and environmental conditions in achieving success.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka lies in acknowledging that while efforts are crucial, they are often dictated by external circumstances or chance.

Application

To succeed in our endeavors, we must be mindful of our environment and the conditions that affect our efforts, accepting that not all outcomes are in our control.