Mahabharata Shanti Parva – असक्तः सक्तवद गच्छन निःसङ्गॊ मुक्तबन्धनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

असक्तः सक्तवद गच्छन निःसङ्गॊ मुक्तबन्धनः
समः शत्रौ च मित्रे च स वै मुक्तॊ महीपते

⚡ Quick Meaning

The one who is unattached, though engaged, and remains equally poised towards friends and enemies, is truly liberated.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka encapsulates the essence of true liberation, depicting a person who, despite being involved in life, maintains detachment. It emphasizes equanimity towards both friends and foes, illustrating a state of inner freedom central to spiritual evolution.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सच्ची मुक्ति का सारांश पेश करता है, जहाँ एक व्यक्ति जो जीवन में संलग्न होते हुए भी असक्त रहता है, मित्रों और शत्रुओं के प्रति समान है, जो आध्यात्मिक विकास के लिए केंद्रीय आंतरिक स्वतंत्रता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Shanti Parva elucidates themes of renunciation and balance in relationships, valuable for both spiritual practitioners and laypersons.

Meaning

It illustrates the value of emotional detachment as a path to genuine freedom, highlighting an ideal state of being amidst life’s challenges.

Application

Striving for emotional balance in interactions can promote peace and acceptance, fostering more harmonious relationships with others.