Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अयुक्तः पराकृतः सतब्धः शठॊ नैकृतिकॊ ऽलसः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अयुक्तः पराकृतः सतब्धः शठॊ नैकृतिकॊ ऽलसः
विषादी दीर्घसूत्री च कर्ता तामस उच्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

A person who is unfit, indolent, and overly emotional is regarded as tamasic.

Translations

English Translation

A person who is unfit, overly simple-minded, lazy, and emotional is characterized as tamasic. This classification emphasizes a lack of initiative and a tendency to waste time, often dwelling in negativity and inertia, lacking the will to act positively.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वह व्यक्ति जो अयोग्य है, बहुत साधारण है, आलसी है और अत्यधिक भावुक है, उसे तामसिक कहा जाता है। यह वर्गीकरण पहल की कमी को ध्यान में लाता है और नकारात्मकता और निष्क्रियता में रहने की प्रवृत्ति को दर्शाता है, जिससे सकारात्मक कार्य करने की इच्छा में कमी आती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka elaborates the characteristics of a tamasic person, detailing their tendencies towards negativity and inactivity.

Meaning

It illustrates the detrimental impact of a tamasic disposition on one’s actions and overall quality of life, promoting awareness about factors leading to such behaviors.

Application

This verse inspires individuals to strive for higher states of mind to overcome lethargy and negativity, facilitating personal growth and active engagement with life.