Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अयं कर्ता न करियते कारणं चापि पौरुषे

Shloka (श्लोक)

अयं कर्ता न करियते कारणं चापि पौरुषे
यद यद इच्छेद अयं शौरिस तत तत कुर्याद अयत्नतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the importance of action over intention.

Translations

English Translation

This verse explains that the doer does not simply think of their actions; they must act and embody their will through their efforts, reflecting the intrinsic link between desire and action in life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो भी कार्य करने वाला है, उसे अपने कार्यों के प्रति केवल सोचने की बजाय उन्हें क्रियान्वित करना चाहिए, जो जीवन में इच्छा और कार्य के बीच संबंध को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is from Udyoga Parva, addressing how intentions manifest into actions.

Meaning

It emphasizes that desires need to be actively pursued and achieved through efforts.

Application

This shloka serves to motivate individuals to take initiative and transform their aspirations into reality.