Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – धिक कार्यं मा धिक कुरुते तस्मात तवाहं परसादये

Shloka (श्लोक)

धिक कार्यं मा धिक कुरुते तस्मात तवाहं परसादये
सर्वं हीदं सवकृतं मे जवलाम्य अग्नाव इवाहितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses a warning against regrettable actions and seeks forgiveness for past deeds.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker laments that they are not to be blamed for missteps and seeks divine grace. They burn with the consequences of actions like fire that consumes everything it touches.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता यह कहता है कि उसे किए गए कार्यों के लिए दोषी नहीं ठहराया जाना चाहिए और वह परमात्मा से क्षमा की याचना कर रहा है। उनके कार्यों का परिणाम उनसे ज्वाला की तरह जल रहा है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is taken from a spiritual discourse where the themes of shame and forgiveness are critical in understanding human actions.

Meaning

It emphasizes how one’s actions can lead to unintended consequences that lead to emotional turmoil, urging reflection and remorse.

Application

The lesson here is to acknowledge our misdeeds and reconcile them, seeking redemption instead of allowing them to consume us.