Mahabharata Vana Parva – जन्तॊःप्रेतस्य कौन्तेय गतिः सवैर इह कर्मभिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

जन्तॊःप्रेतस्य कौन्तेय गतिः सवैर इह कर्मभिः
पराज्ञस्य हीनबुद्धेश च कर्म कॊशः कव तिष्ठति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse highlights the fate of a soul after death is fundamentally connected to one’s actions in life.

Translations

English Translation

O Kunti’s son, the destiny of a departed soul is determined by its deeds in this world. The performance or neglect of actions reflects the intelligence and understanding of the individual, influencing their future existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

हे कुंती के पुत्र, एक प्रेत आत्मा का भाग्य इसके deeds पर आधारित होता है। कार्यों का संपादन या उसे नजरअंदाज करना व्यक्ति की बुद्धि और समझ को दर्शाता है, जो उनके भविष्य में प्रभाव डालता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka elaborates on the philosophy of karma and its far-reaching consequences in the afterlife.

Meaning

It proposes that our actions are not only crucial in this life but also determine our fate after death.

Application

This underscores the importance of mindful living and the urgency to act wisely to ensure favorable outcomes, both in life and beyond.