Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कर्मणा यत्र पापेन वर्तन्ते जीवितेस्पवः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कर्मणा यत्र पापेन वर्तन्ते जीवितेस्पवः
वयवधावेत ततस तूर्णं ससर्पाच छरणाद इव

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those who live by sinful actions quickly succumb to danger, akin to a snake’s poison.

Translations

English Translation

When beings engage with sin through their actions, they are subject to perils and misfortunes, much like a person who, when bitten by a snake, faces imminent death. This illustrates the gravity of sinful associations.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब जीव पाप में लिप्त होते हैं, तो वे संकट और दुर्भाग्य का सामना करते हैं, जैसे कोई व्यक्ति सांप के काटने से जल्दी मर जाता है। यह पापी संगतियों की वास्तविकता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka warns against the consequences of living a sinful life, drawing a powerful analogy to the dangers of a snake’s bite.

Meaning

The meaning underscores that sinful behaviors lead to severe and possibly fatal outcomes, stressing the urgency of ethical living.

Application

In daily life, individuals should be mindful of their actions, as even small wrongdoings can have significant repercussions.