Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न हि देहभृता शक्यं तयक्तुं कर्माण्य अशेषतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हि देहभृता शक्यं तयक्तुं कर्माण्य अशेषतः
यस तु कर्मफलत्यागी स तयागीत्य अभिधीयते

⚡ Quick Meaning

For a person embodied in a physical form, renouncing all actions is impossible.

Translations

English Translation

This verse asserts that it is not possible for a living being to completely abandon all actions due to the necessity of performing duties. However, one who gives up attachment to the results of their actions is truly considered a renunciant.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि एक जीवित प्राणी के लिए सभी कार्यों को पूरी तरह से छोड़ना संभव नहीं है। हालाँकि, जो अपने कार्यों के परिणामों के प्रति आसक्ति छोड़ देता है, वह वास्तव में त्यागी के रूप में माना जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This teaching emphasizes the significance of active participation in life while maintaining a perspective detached from the outcomes of those actions.

Meaning

The fundamental message conveys that while action is essential, the way one engages with the outcome defines the true essence of renunciation.

Application

By focusing on our duties without attachment to results, we can lead a more fulfilling and balanced life.