Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – नादत्ते कस्य चित पापं न चैव सुकृतं विभुः

Shloka (श्लोक)

नादत्ते कस्य चित पापं न चैव सुकृतं विभुः
अज्ञानेनावृतं जञानं तेन मुह्यन्ति जन्तवः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The Supreme Lord does not bestow sin or merit upon anyone; it is ignorance that envelops the true knowledge and leads beings into confusion.

Translations

English Translation

The Divine does not attribute sin or virtue to anyone; it is ignorance that veils true knowledge, causing entities to be confused and lost in their circumstances.

हिंदी अनुवाद

परमेश्वर किसी को पाप या पुण्य नहीं देते; यह अज्ञान है जो सच्चे ज्ञान को ढकता है, जिससे प्राणियों की स्थिति में भ्रम और खोना होता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reiterates the spiritual teaching that our experiences of good and bad are tied to our understanding and ignorance, not dictated by a divine power.

Meaning

The essence lies in recognizing that the true cause of suffering or virtue is rooted in one’s perception and comprehension.

Application

By striving for knowledge and understanding, individuals can free themselves from confusion and gain a clearer perspective on their actions and consequences.