Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न वै वातं परिवृनॊति कश चिन; न जीमूतॊ वर्षति नैव दावः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न वै वातं परिवृनॊति कश चिन; न जीमूतॊ वर्षति नैव दावः
तथायुक्तॊ दृश्यते मानवेषु; कामद्वेषाद बध्यते मुच्यते च

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes how individuals are influenced by their desires and aversions.

Translations

English Translation

This verse explains that just as there are natural forces at play, humans are also tied to the emotional dualities of desire and aversion, which dictate their freedoms and bindings in life, revealing the subtle balance between these forces.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जैसे प्राकृतिक बल काम करते हैं, मनुष्य भी इच्छाओं और द्वेषों के भावनात्मक द्वैतों में बंधे होते हैं, जो उनके जीवन में स्वतंत्रता और बंधनों को निर्दिष्ट करते हैं, जिससे इन बलों के बीच की नाजुक संतुलन का पता चलता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Shanti Parva, this shloka highlights human inclinations, discussing the dual nature of emotions affecting one’s spiritual journey.

Meaning

This reflects on how personal struggles and attachments can shape human experience and hinder spiritual liberation.

Application

It encourages individuals to be aware of their emotional attachments, promoting a path towards freedom through understanding and management of desires and aversions.