Mahabharata Shanti Parva – घनन्ति चान्यान नरा राजंस तान अप्य अन्ये नरास तथा

Shloka (श्लोक)

घनन्ति चान्यान नरा राजंस तान अप्य अन्ये नरास तथा
संज्ञैषा लौकिकी राजन न हिनस्ति न हन्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

One cannot truly harm another due to the nature of existence.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka conveys that while people may think they harm others, in reality, actions cannot destroy the essence of others, indicating a profound spiritual truth about the immortality of the soul.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात को समझाता है कि लोग भले ही दूसरों को हानि पहुँचाने का सोचते हैं, लेकिन वास्तव में, क्रियाएँ दूसरों की आत्मा को नष्ट नहीं कर सकती हैं, यह आत्मा की अमरता के बारे में एक गहरा आध्यात्मिक सत्य है।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Shanti Parva addresses the misconceptions surrounding the harm one can inflict on others in society, deriving an essential lesson in understanding life.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka emphasizes the eternal nature of the self, suggesting that the physical body is transient while the true self remains everlasting.

Application

In life, understanding this concept helps in transcending grief and sorrow that comes from loss, fostering resilience towards emotional challenges.