Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यज्ञार्थात कर्मणॊ ऽनयत्र लॊकॊ ऽयं कर्मबन्धनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

यज्ञार्थात कर्मणॊ ऽनयत्र लॊकॊ ऽयं कर्मबन्धनः
तदर्थं कर्म कौन्तेय मुक्तसङ्गः समाचर

⚡ Quick Meaning

Actions should be performed for a higher purpose to avoid bondage.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka explains that actions performed with the intention of a higher purpose (such as sacrifice) lead to freedom from the bondage of karma. Thus, one should engage in their duties detachedly for the benefit of others to break the cycle of karma.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह व्याख्या करता है कि उच्च उद्देश्य (जैसे यज्ञ) की भावना से किए गए कार्य कर्म के बंधन से मुक्त करते हैं। इसलिए, व्यक्ति को दूसरों के लाभ के लिए अपने कर्तव्यों में आसक्त हुए बिना संलग्न होना चाहिए जिससे कर्म के चक्र को तोड़ सकें।

Commentary

Context

Krishna teaches about the significance of purpose behind actions while guiding Arjuna on how to perform duties selflessly.

Meaning

The essence is to engage in action for the welfare of others to transcend ego and achieve liberation.

Application

By aligning personal actions with altruistic motives, individuals can overcome the confines of karma and achieve higher spiritual goals.