Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सोऽहं पापः कृतघ्नश च कृपणश चानृतॊऽपि च

Shloka (श्लोक)

सोऽहं पापः कृतघ्नश च कृपणश चानृतॊऽपि च
गुरॊर यः कृतकार्यः संस तत करॊमि न भाषितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the unsustainability of deception and ingratitude.

Translations

English Translation

Though I may be deceitful, ungrateful, or even miserly, I still undertake that task given by my teacher without speaking about it and commit to doing my best.

हिंदी अनुवाद

हालाँकि मैं धोखेबाज़, कृतघ्न, या यहाँ तक कि दयालुता से परे हूँ, फिर भी मैं अपने शिक्षक द्वारा दिए गए कार्य को करने का संकल्प लेता हूँ बिना किसी चर्चा के और अपना सर्वश्रेष्ठ करने का प्रयास करता हूँ।

Commentary

Context

This verse highlights the importance of duty over personal flaws, a common thread in the Udyoga Parva’s exploration of dharma.

Meaning

It emphasizes that even those who struggle with moral weaknesses must still fulfill their responsibilities and not shy away from them.

Application

The shloka encourages individuals to focus on their duties, regardless of their perceived shortcomings, cultivating a sense of commitment and responsibility.