Mahabharata Shanti Parva – नायं परस्य सुकृतं दुष्कृतं वापि सेवते

Shloka (श्लोक)

नायं परस्य सुकृतं दुष्कृतं वापि सेवते
करॊति यादृशं कर्म तादृशं परतिपद्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

One’s actions, whether virtuous or sinful, lead them to similar results.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes that an individual’s actions, whether good or bad, will yield corresponding results. The principle of karma is illustrated here, suggesting that each person’s deeds reciprocate in kind, thus they must be mindful of their choices.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि व्यक्ति के कर्म, चाहे वे अच्छे हों या बुरे, उसे समान परिणाम देते हैं। यहाँ कर्म का सिद्धांत स्पष्ट किया गया है, यह सुझाव देते हुए कि प्रत्येक व्यक्ति के कार्यों के अनुसार ही फल मिलते हैं, इसलिए उन्हें अपने विकल्पों के प्रति जागरूक रहना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the Shanti Parva, where various principles of dharma and karma are discussed to establish a just society.

Meaning

The essence of the shloka is the law of karma, indicating that one’s actions inevitably shape their destiny, positive or negative.

Application

In everyday life, this teaching reminds individuals to act with integrity and mindfulness, aware that their choices impact their lives and the world around them.