Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न हय एव कर्ता पुरुषः कर्मणॊः शुभपापयॊः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हय एव कर्ता पुरुषः कर्मणॊः शुभपापयॊः
अस्वतन्त्रॊ हि पुरुषः कार्यते दारु यन्त्रवत

⚡ Quick Meaning

No person truly acts independently; they are subject to their karma.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka reflects the notion that no individual acts freely, as they are bound by their past deeds, good or bad. Like a machine, they perform actions defined by the karmic laws that govern their existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस विचार को प्रस्तुत करता है कि कोई व्यक्ति वास्तव में स्वतंत्र रूप से कार्य नहीं करता है, क्योंकि वे अपने पिछले कर्मों के माध्यम से बंधे होते हैं, चाहे वे अच्छे हों या बुरे। वे मशीन की तरह कार्य करते हैं, जिसे कर्मों के नियमों द्वारा नियंत्रित किया जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse illuminates the philosophical understanding of free will and karma in human actions.

Meaning

It invites introspection about the constraints of karma on human behavior and decision-making.

Application

This teaches the importance of mindful action and the impact of our choices on future circumstances.