Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कर्मणः सुकृतस्याहुः सात्त्विकं निर्मलं फलम

Shloka (श्लोक)

कर्मणः सुकृतस्याहुः सात्त्विकं निर्मलं फलम
रजसस तु फलं दुःखम अज्ञानं तमसः फलम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The results of actions depend on the mode of nature.

Translations

English Translation

In this shloka, it is stated that the fruits of actions are directly related to the modes of nature, where sattvic actions yield pure and beneficial results, rajasic actions bring suffering, and tamasic actions lead to ignorance.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में कहा गया है कि कार्यों के फल सीधे प्रकृति के गुणों से संबंधित हैं, जहाँ सत्त्विक कार्य शुद्ध और लाभकारी परिणाम देते हैं, रजसिक कार्य दुख लाते हैं, और तामसिक कार्य अज्ञान की ओर ले जाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse provides insight into the ethical dimensions of actions derived from the different gunas in the Mahabharata’s teachings.

Meaning

It conveys the importance of choosing right actions based on one’s understanding of the nature of these modes.

Application

By engaging in sattvic actions, we maximize our growth potential and minimize suffering in our lives.