Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – मॊघम अन्नं विन्दति चाप्य अचेताः; सवर्गाल लॊकाद भरश्यति नष्टचेष्टः

Shloka (श्लोक)

मॊघम अन्नं विन्दति चाप्य अचेताः; सवर्गाल लॊकाद भरश्यति नष्टचेष्टः
भीतं परपन्नं परददाति यॊ वै; न तस्य हव्यं परतिगृह्णन्ति देवाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the futility of a life devoid of action and awareness.

Translations

English Translation

It states that those who are inactive and unwise receive no fulfillment, and even divine offerings are denied to them. Hence, a fearful and compliant person must take diligent actions to attain nourishment and blessings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह कहता है कि जो लोग निष्क्रिय और बुद्धिहीन होते हैं, उन्हें कोई संतोष नहीं मिलता और यहां तक कि देवताओं से भी उन्हें बलिदान नहीं मिलते। इसलिए, एक डरपोक और समर्पित व्यक्ति को पोषण और आशीर्वाद प्राप्त करने के लिए सावधानीपूर्वक कार्य करना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the discourse on the nature of food and spiritual sustenance during the Udyoga Parva.

Meaning

The idea conveyed is that awareness and action are fundamental for receiving blessings and support from higher powers in life.

Application

It serves as a reminder that we must actively seek our goals and not remain passive if we wish to receive the fruits of our efforts.