Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तत कृते पापिकां यॊनिम आपन्नॊ ऽसमि पलवंगम

Shloka (श्लोक)

तत कृते पापिकां यॊनिम आपन्नॊ ऽसमि पलवंगम
तस्माद एवंविधं भक्ष्यं भक्षयामि बुभुक्षितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The jackal admits his dire circumstances due to past sins.

Translations

English Translation

The jackal acknowledges that his sinful actions have caused him to be reborn in a lowly state, thus justifying his current behavior driven by hunger and desperation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

सृगाल स्वीकार करता है कि उसके पापों ने उसे निम्न अवस्था में जन्म लेने के लिए मजबूर किया है, इस प्रकार भूख और निराशा के कारण उसके वर्तमान व्यवहार को सही ठहराते हुए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reveals the acknowledgment of personal failings and their ramifications in a broader narrative of ethical conduct.

Meaning

It illustrates how past actions can dictate one’s fate, reinforcing the idea of accountability and consequence.

Application

Acknowledging past mistakes can empower individuals to seek redemption and improve their present circumstances.