Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सदृशं पण्डितस्यैतद ईषा दन्तेन दन्तिना

Shloka (श्लोक)

सदृशं पण्डितस्यैतद ईषा दन्तेन दन्तिना
यद एकॊ रमते ऽरण्ये यच चाप्य अल्पेन तुष्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka reflects on the joy of a wise person who finds delight in solitude or minimalism.

Translations

English Translation

This verse states that the pleasure derived from solitude is akin to the satisfaction a wise individual feels in seclusion, enjoying simple resources while being content with less.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि एकांत से प्राप्त आनंद बुद्धिमान व्यक्ति को मिलता है, जो साधारण संसाधनों का आनंद लेते हुए कम चीजों में संतुष्ट रहता है।

Commentary

Context

This teaching appears in the Shanti Parva, where it underscores appreciating simplicity and finding happiness in one’s own company.

Meaning

It emphasizes the idea that true satisfaction arises from within and is independent of external distractions or abundance.

Application

This serves as a reminder to cherish moments of solitude and find joy in simplicity, illuminating the path to deeper self-awareness.