Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – इमां तु यॊ वेद विमॊक्षबुद्धिम; आत्मानम अन्विच्छति चाप्रमत्तः

Shloka (श्लोक)

इमां तु यॊ वेद विमॊक्षबुद्धिम; आत्मानम अन्विच्छति चाप्रमत्तः
न लिप्यते कर्मफलैर अनिष्टैः; पत्त्रं बिसस्येव जलेन सिक्तम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The wise seeker of liberation remains untainted by the fruits of their actions.

Translations

English Translation

One who knows the wisdom that leads to liberation, and earnestly seeks the true self, is not attached to the results of their actions. Like a lotus leaf that remains untouched by water, such a person transcends the dualities of success and failure.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति मुक्ति की ओर ले जाने वाली बुद्धि को जानता है, और सच्चे आत्म की खोज करता है, वह अपने कार्यों के परिणामों से अप्रभावित रहता है। जैसे कमल का पत्ता जल से अप्रभावित रहता है, ऐसा व्यक्ति सफलता और असफलता के द्वैतों को पार कर लेता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the qualities of a wise individual who seeks spiritual liberation, emphasizing detachment from worldly results.

Meaning

The teaching illustrates that true wisdom lies in knowing the eternal self beyond physical actions and their temporary results.

Application

This principle encourages individuals to act selflessly, focusing on their ethical duties without attachment to outcomes, thereby attaining peace.