Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स एव सुभगॊ भूत्वा पुनर भवति दुर्भगः

Shloka (श्लोक)

स एव सुभगॊ भूत्वा पुनर भवति दुर्भगः
वयापत्तिं कर्मणा दृष्ट्वा जुगुप्सन्ति जनाः सदा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka explains that one who was once fortunate can become unfortunate again due to their actions, leading to contempt from society.

Translations

English Translation

A person who was once fortunate can become unfortunate again due to their own actions, and thus, people always disdain those who fall from grace.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति पहले भाग्यशाली था, वह अपने कर्मों के कारण पुनः दुर्भाग्यशाली बन सकता है, और इस प्रकार, लोग हमेशा गिरावट से दुखी लोगों का तिरस्कार करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects on the transient nature of fortune and how actions can lead to a change in one’s status in society.

Meaning

We are reminded that fortune is not permanent; one’s actions can either elevate or degrade their standing among others.

Application

By cultivating good actions and ethical behavior, individuals can maintain their fortune and avoid the disdain of society.