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Chanakya Neethi - Chapter 13 muhūrtamapi jīvēchcha naraḥ śuklēna karmaṇā ।na kalpamapi kaṣṭēna lōkadvayavirōdhinā ॥ 01 ॥ हिंदी अर्थ:मनुष्य को यदि केवल एक मुहूर्त का जीवन भी मिले, तो उसे शुभ और धर्मपूर्ण कर्म करते हुए जीना चाहिए। लोक और परलोक दोनों के लिए हानिकारक तथा कष्टदायक कर्म करते हुए कल्पों तक जीना भी उचित नहीं है। English Meaning:Even if...
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Chanakya Neethi Chapter 13


Chanakya Neethi – Chapter 13

muhūrtamapi jīvēchcha naraḥ śuklēna karmaṇā ।
na kalpamapi kaṣṭēna lōkadvayavirōdhinā ॥ 01 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
मनुष्य को यदि केवल एक मुहूर्त का जीवन भी मिले, तो उसे शुभ और धर्मपूर्ण कर्म करते हुए जीना चाहिए। लोक और परलोक दोनों के लिए हानिकारक तथा कष्टदायक कर्म करते हुए कल्पों तक जीना भी उचित नहीं है।

English Meaning:
Even if a person lives for only a moment, that life should be spent performing righteous and virtuous actions. It is not worthwhile to live for ages while performing deeds that bring suffering and harm in both this world and the next.

gatē śōkō na kartavyō bhaviṣyaṃ naiva chintayēt ।
vartamānēna kālēna vartayanti vichakṣaṇāḥ ॥ 02 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
जो बीत गया उसके लिए शोक नहीं करना चाहिए और भविष्य की अत्यधिक चिंता भी नहीं करनी चाहिए। विवेकशील लोग वर्तमान समय के अनुसार जीवन जीते हैं और वर्तमान कर्तव्य पर ध्यान देते हैं।

English Meaning:
One should not grieve over what has passed, nor should one constantly worry about the future. The wise live according to the present moment and attend to the duties before them.

svabhāvēna hi tuṣyanti dēvāḥ satpuruṣāḥ pitā ।
jñātayaḥ snānapānābhyāṃ vākyadānēna paṇḍitāḥ ॥ 03 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
देवता स्वभावतः संतुष्ट होते हैं, सज्जन लोग अच्छे आचरण से प्रसन्न होते हैं और पिता अपने पुत्र के सदाचार से प्रसन्न होते हैं। संबंधी स्नान और भोजन आदि से प्रसन्न होते हैं, जबकि विद्वान व्यक्ति उचित और मधुर वाणी से संतुष्ट होते हैं।

English Meaning:
The gods are pleased by sincere devotion according to their nature, virtuous people by good conduct, and a father by the good qualities of his child. Relatives are pleased through hospitality such as bathing and food, while learned people are pleased by appropriate and gracious words.

āyuḥ karma cha vittaṃ cha vidyā nidhanamēva cha ।
pañchaitāni hi sṛjyantē garbhasthasyaiva dēhinaḥ ॥ 04 (4.1) ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
मनुष्य की आयु, कर्म, धन, विद्या और मृत्यु—इन पाँचों का निर्धारण उसके गर्भ में रहते हुए ही हो जाता है, ऐसा इस श्लोक में पारंपरिक रूप से कहा गया है।

English Meaning:
According to this traditional teaching, five things concerning a person—lifespan, karma, wealth, learning, and death—are determined while the embodied being is still in the womb.

ahō bata vichitrāṇi charitāni mahātmanām ।
lakṣmīṃ tṛṇāya manyantē tadbhārēṇa namanti cha ॥ 05 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
महान आत्माओं का आचरण कितना अद्भुत होता है! वे धन-संपत्ति को तिनके के समान तुच्छ समझते हैं, फिर भी जब उनके पास धन आता है तो उसके भार से विनम्र होकर झुकते हैं।

English Meaning:
How remarkable is the conduct of great souls! They regard wealth as insignificant like a blade of grass, yet when wealth comes to them, they bow humbly under its responsibility and weight.

yasya snēhō bhayaṃ tasya snēhō duḥkhasya bhājanam ।
snēhamūlāni duḥkhāni tāni tyaktvā vasēt sukham ॥ 06 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
जिस वस्तु या व्यक्ति के प्रति अत्यधिक मोह होता है, उसी के खोने का भय भी बना रहता है। अत्यधिक आसक्ति ही दुःख का मूल कारण है। इसलिए मोह और आसक्ति को त्यागकर सुखपूर्वक जीवन जीना चाहिए।

English Meaning:
Where there is deep attachment, there is also fear of losing what one loves. Excessive attachment is the root of sorrow. Therefore, one should free oneself from unhealthy attachment and live peacefully.

anāgatavidhātā cha pratyutpannamatistathā ।
dvāvētau sukhamēdhētē yadbhaviṣyō vinaśyati ॥ 07 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
जो व्यक्ति आने वाली परिस्थितियों के लिए पहले से तैयारी करता है और जो वर्तमान परिस्थिति में बुद्धिमानी से उचित निर्णय लेता है—ये दोनों सुखी रहते हैं। जो केवल भविष्य के भरोसे बैठा रहता है, उसका विनाश हो सकता है।

English Meaning:
The person who prepares for what is to come and the person who responds wisely to present circumstances both prosper. One who merely waits passively for the future may come to ruin.

rājñi dharmiṇi dharmiṣṭhāḥ pāpē pāpāḥ samē samāḥ ।
rājānamanuvartantē yathā rājā tathā prajāḥ ॥ 08 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
यदि राजा धर्मात्मा हो तो प्रजा भी धर्मपरायण होती है; यदि राजा पापाचारी हो तो प्रजा भी उसी प्रकार आचरण करने लगती है। प्रजा प्रायः अपने शासक का अनुसरण करती है—जैसा राजा होता है, वैसी ही प्रजा बनती है।

English Meaning:
When the king is righteous, the people tend to become righteous; when the ruler is corrupt, the people may follow the same path. People often follow the example of their ruler—what the king is, so tends to be the kingdom.

jīvantaṃ mṛtavanmanyē dēhinaṃ dharmavarjitam ।
mṛtō dharmēṇa saṃyuktō dīrghajīvī na saṃśayaḥ ॥ 09 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
जो मनुष्य धर्म से रहित होकर जीवन बिताता है, उसे जीवित होते हुए भी मृत के समान समझना चाहिए। जो व्यक्ति धर्मयुक्त जीवन जीता है, वह शरीर से मृत्यु को प्राप्त होने के बाद भी अपनी कीर्ति और पुण्य के कारण दीर्घजीवी माना जाता है।

English Meaning:
A person who lives without righteousness should be regarded as dead even while alive. One who lives according to dharma remains long-lived through his virtue, deeds, and lasting reputation even after physical death.

dharmārthakāmamōkṣāṇāṃ yasyaikō’pi na vidyatē ।
ajāgalastanasyēva tasya janma nirarthakam ॥ 10 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
जिस मनुष्य के जीवन में धर्म, अर्थ, काम और मोक्ष—इन चार पुरुषार्थों में से एक भी उद्देश्य नहीं है, उसका जन्म बकरी के गले में लटके निष्फल स्तन के समान व्यर्थ माना गया है।

English Meaning:
A person whose life pursues none of the four aims—dharma, artha, kama, and moksha—is compared to the useless teat hanging from a goat’s neck. Such a life is described as purposeless.

dahyamānāḥ sutīvrēṇa nīchāḥ parayaśō’gninā ।
aśaktāstatpadaṃ gantuṃ tatō niṇḍāṃ prakurvatē ॥ 11 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
नीच लोग दूसरों की कीर्ति की तीव्र अग्नि में जलते रहते हैं। वे स्वयं उस ऊँचे स्थान तक पहुँचने में असमर्थ होते हैं, इसलिए दूसरों की निंदा करने लगते हैं।

English Meaning:
Base-minded people burn intensely in the fire of jealousy caused by another’s fame. Unable to reach that position themselves, they resort to criticizing and condemning others.

bandhāya viṣayāsaṅgō muktyai nirviṣayaṃ manaḥ ।
mana ēva manuṣyāṇāṃ kāraṇaṃ bandhamōkṣayōḥ ॥ 12 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
इंद्रिय-विषयों में आसक्त मन बंधन का कारण बनता है, जबकि विषयों से विरक्त और संयमित मन मुक्ति का कारण बनता है। मनुष्य के बंधन और मोक्ष दोनों का मुख्य कारण उसका अपना मन ही है।

English Meaning:
Attachment to sense objects causes bondage, while a mind free from attachment to them leads toward liberation. The mind itself is the principal cause of both bondage and freedom.

dēhābhimānē galitaṃ jñānēna paramātmani ।
yatra yatra manō yāti tatra tatra samādhayaḥ ॥ 13 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
जब परमात्मा के ज्ञान से देह के प्रति अहंभाव समाप्त हो जाता है, तब मन जहाँ भी जाता है, वहीं समाधि और शांति का अनुभव होने लगता है।

English Meaning:
When identification with the body dissolves through knowledge of the Supreme Self, wherever the mind goes, there one experiences the state of inner absorption and tranquility.

īpsitaṃ manasaḥ sarvaṃ kasya sampadyatē sukham ।
daivāyattaṃ yataḥ sarvaṃ tasmātsantōṣamāśrayēt ॥ 14 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
मनुष्य की प्रत्येक इच्छा पूरी होकर सुख किसे प्राप्त होता है? क्योंकि संसार की बहुत-सी बातें भाग्य और परिस्थितियों पर निर्भर हैं, इसलिए मनुष्य को संतोष का आश्रय लेना चाहिए।

English Meaning:
Who can have every desire of the mind fulfilled and remain happy? Since many things in life depend upon destiny and circumstances, one should therefore cultivate contentment.

yathā dhēnusahasrēṣu vatsō gachChati mātaram ।
tathā yachcha kṛtaṃ karma kartāramanugachChati ॥ 15 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
जैसे हजारों गायों के बीच बछड़ा अपनी ही माता को पहचानकर उसके पास पहुँच जाता है, उसी प्रकार मनुष्य द्वारा किया गया कर्म किसी भी परिस्थिति में उसका अनुसरण करता है और उसका फल उसी कर्ता तक पहुँचता है।

English Meaning:
Just as a calf finds its own mother among thousands of cows, so a person’s actions follow their doer wherever he goes. The consequences of one’s deeds ultimately reach the person who performed them.

anavasthitakāryasya na janē na vanē sukham ।
janō dahati saṃsargādvanaṃ saṅgavivarjanāt ॥ 16 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
जिस व्यक्ति के कार्य और जीवन में स्थिरता नहीं है, उसे न लोगों के बीच सुख मिलता है और न वन में। लोगों की संगति उसे सांसारिक संबंधों से बाँधती है, जबकि वन में जाकर भी यदि मन में आसक्ति है तो शांति नहीं मिलती। वास्तविक सुख संतुलित और उचित संगति से आता है।

English Meaning:
A person without stability in his duties finds neither true happiness among people nor in the forest. Association with people can create attachment, while merely going to the forest does not bring peace if attachment remains within. True happiness requires inner balance and freedom from unhealthy attachment.

khanitvā hi khanitrēṇa bhūtalē vāri vindati ।
tathā gurugatāṃ vidyāṃ śuśrūṣuradhigachChati ॥ 17 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
जैसे भूमि को लगातार खोदने पर मनुष्य जल प्राप्त कर लेता है, उसी प्रकार गुरु की सेवा और श्रद्धापूर्वक अध्ययन करने वाला विद्यार्थी गुरु से प्राप्त विद्या को प्राप्त कर लेता है।

English Meaning:
Just as water is found by digging steadily into the earth, a student who serves the guru with dedication and attentively learns from him acquires the knowledge imparted by the teacher.

karmāyattaṃ phalaṃ puṃsāṃ buddhiḥ karmānusāriṇī ।
tathāpi sudhiyaśchāryā suvichāryaiva kurvatē ॥ 18 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
मनुष्य को अपने कर्मों के अनुसार ही फल प्राप्त होता है और उसकी बुद्धि भी उसके कर्मों के अनुसार प्रभावित होती है। फिर भी विवेकी व्यक्ति किसी भी कार्य को अच्छी तरह सोच-विचार करके ही करता है।

English Meaning:
The fruits a person receives depend upon his actions, and his understanding is also shaped by his actions. Nevertheless, a wise person carefully considers a matter before undertaking any action.

ēkākṣarapradātāraṃ yō guruṃ nābhivandatē ।
śvānayōniśataṃ gatvā chāṇḍālēṣvabhijāyatē ॥ 19 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
जो गुरु एक अक्षर का भी ज्ञान प्रदान करता है और जिसका शिष्य उसका सम्मान नहीं करता, उसके लिए यह श्लोक अत्यंत कठोर परिणाम बताता है—ऐसा व्यक्ति अनेक निम्न योनियों को प्राप्त होकर चाण्डाल कुल में जन्म लेता है। इसका मुख्य संदेश गुरु के प्रति कृतज्ञता और सम्मान है।

English Meaning:
The verse gives a severe traditional consequence for one who fails to honor a guru who has taught even a single syllable: such a person is said to pass through many low births and be born among chandalas. The central teaching is to remain grateful and respectful toward one’s teacher.

yugāntē prachalēnmēruḥ kalpāntē sapta sāgarāḥ ।
sādhavaḥ pratipannārthānna chalanti kadāchana ॥ 20 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
युग के अंत में सुमेरु पर्वत भी हिल सकता है और कल्प के अंत में सातों समुद्र भी अपनी मर्यादा बदल सकते हैं, लेकिन सज्जन व्यक्ति अपने द्वारा स्वीकार किए गए सत्य, वचन और संकल्प से कभी विचलित नहीं होते।

English Meaning:
At the end of an age, even Mount Meru may move, and at the end of a cosmic cycle, the seven oceans may change their boundaries. But virtuous people never deviate from the truth, commitments, and principles they have accepted.

pṛthivyāṃ trīṇi ratnāni jalamannaṃ subhāṣitam ।
mūḍhaiḥ pāṣāṇakhaṇḍēṣu ratnasañjñā vidhīyatē ॥ 21 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
पृथ्वी पर तीन वास्तविक रत्न बताए गए हैं—जल, अन्न और मधुर वचन। मूर्ख लोग पत्थर के टुकड़ों को ही रत्न मानते हैं, जबकि बुद्धिमान व्यक्ति जीवन के लिए आवश्यक इन सच्चे रत्नों का महत्व समझता है।

English Meaning:
There are three true jewels on earth: water, food, and pleasant speech. Fools regard pieces of stone as jewels, while the wise understand the value of these genuine treasures essential for life and human relationships.

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We are looking for passionate Graphic & Video Editors who can help us bring devotional stories, temple experiences, and spiritual content to life through powerful visuals. If you have a heart for devotion and a talent for designing and editing, this is your opportunity to contribute to India’s growing spiritual digital movement. As a Graphic & Video Editor, you will: Create engaging devotional graphics, thumbnails & banners Edit bhajan videos, temple clips, and spiritual programs Design reels, shorts, and social media creatives Enhance storytelling with effects, transitions & layouts Work closely with our content & media team We are looking for: Creativity with a devotional touch Basic to advanced graphic/video editing skills Understanding of social media formats Ability to create clean, eye-catching designs A passion for spirituality and positive content Why Join Us? Work on meaningful devotional projects Showcase your creativity to thousands of viewers Become part of a spiritually driven digital community Develop your skills with real-world content Contribute to a mission that spreads peace & positivity If creativity is your strength and devotion is your inspiration, this is the perfect place for you. ✨ Join us as a Graphic & Video Editor and help create divine digital experiences.
Every spiritual journey is unique. Every divine moment holds the power to inspire countless hearts. Through “Share Your Spiritual Experiences,” you can tell the world about the blessings, miracles, and sacred moments that have touched your life. Whether it is a peaceful meditation insight, a temple darshan that moved you, a dream with divine guidance, a life-changing blessing, or a powerful moment of devotion—your story can bring hope, faith, and positivity to many seekers. You can share: Personal spiritual experiences Miracles or blessings you witnessed Temple visits & divine encounters Moments of deep meditation or awakening Stories that strengthened your faith Why Share Your Experiences? Inspire thousands of devotees across the world Spread positivity and strengthen someone’s faith Become a part of our global spiritual community Contribute to the collective wisdom of seekers Help others feel connected, supported, and uplifted Your story matters. Your experience can become someone’s source of strength and hope. ✨ Share Your Spiritual Experiences and let your journey light the path for others.




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    Some spiritual moments are so powerful that they deserve to be seen, felt, and experienced by many. Through “Share Your Divine Video Experiences,” you can upload videos capturing your sacred journeys, temple visits, miracles, blessings, rituals, or moments of deep devotion. Your videos have the power to spread positivity, awaken faith, and inspire thousands of devotees around the world. You can share videos of: Temple darshans & aartis Special rituals, festivals & celebrations Divine moments during yatras or pilgrimages Personal spiritual experiences or blessings Miraculous events or heart-touching stories Why Share Your Divine Videos? Let others experience sacred moments visually Inspire devotees with real spiritual experiences Contribute to India’s digital devotional library Spread peace, faith, and divine vibrations Help preserve rare rituals and traditions Your divine moments can uplift many hearts. Let your video become a light for others. ✨ Share Your Divine Video Experiences and let the world feel the grace you witnessed.
    Have a question, suggestion, or something you’d like to share? We’re here to listen. Whether it’s feedback, spiritual queries, collaboration ideas, or support-related messages—simply reach out and write to us. Your thoughts matter, and we’re always happy to connect with you. ✨ Just write to us, and we’ll get back to you with love, support, and guidance.

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