Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – नैवाहं नाप्य अयं मृत्युर नायं लुब्धक पन्नगः

Shloka (श्लोक)

नैवाहं नाप्य अयं मृत्युर नायं लुब्धक पन्नगः
किल्बिषी जन्तु मरणे न वयं हि परयॊजकाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka articulates the indifference of death towards individual actions and judgments.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka indicates that neither death is a personal entity nor does it discriminate against individuals; it is merely a consequence of one’s karma and actions throughout life, signifying that all beings must face it impartially.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि न तो मृत्यु एक व्यक्तिगत प्राणी है और न यह व्यक्तियों के बीच भेदभाव करती है; यह केवल जीवन भर किए गए कर्मों का परिणाम है, जिसका सभी प्राणियों को समान रूप से सामना करना है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka fits into a broader discussion on the nature of life and death in the moral landscape of the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It emphasizes the impartiality of death, urging individuals to focus on virtuous actions rather than the fear of mortality.

Application

By acknowledging that death comes to all, we can prioritize our actions and teachings towards life-affirming values and responsibilities.