Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यथा च कश चित सुकृतैर मनुष्यः; शुभाशुभं पराप्नुते ऽथाविरॊधात

Shloka (श्लोक)

यथा च कश चित सुकृतैर मनुष्यः; शुभाशुभं पराप्नुते ऽथाविरॊधात
एवं शरीरेषु शुभाशुभेषु; सवकर्मजैर जञानम इदं निबद्धम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses how actions yield both auspicious and inauspicious outcomes based on one’s conduct.

Translations

English Translation

A person, through their virtuous actions, encounters both good and bad results, not due to opposition but through the consequences of their deeds. This reinforces the belief that our actions shape our experiences.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक व्यक्ति, अपने पुण्य कार्यों के माध्यम से, शुभ और अशुभ दोनों परिणामों का सामना करता है, यह विरोध के कारण नहीं बल्कि उनके कर्मों के परिणामों के कारण होता है। यह विश्वास को मजबूत करता है कि हमारे कर्म हमारे अनुभवों को आकार देते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is embedded in the larger conversation within the Shanti Parva about karma and its effects on human lives.

Meaning

It emphasizes that both auspicious and inauspicious results are intrinsically linked to one’s own actions.

Application

Realizing this connection can lead to more conscientious behavior and a mindful approach to actions.