Mahabharata Shanti Parva – स चिन्तयाम आस तदा सतेयं कार्यम इतॊ मया

Shloka (श्लोक)

स चिन्तयाम आस तदा सतेयं कार्यम इतॊ मया
न हीदानीम उपायॊ ऽनयॊ विद्यते पराणधारणे

⚡ Quick Meaning

The sage contemplates the reality of his circumstances and the means of sustaining life.

Translations

English Translation

The sage, in that moment of realization, pondered the actions required for survival, acknowledging that no alternative means existed for preserving life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

ऋषि ने उस क्षण में विश्लेषण करते हुए विचार किया कि जीवन को बनाए रखने के लिए क्या किया जाना चाहिए और यह स्वीकार किया कि जीवन की रक्षा के लिए कोई अन्य विकल्प नहीं है।

Commentary

Context

This concluding verse in the Shanti Parva emphasizes the ultimate need for action when faced with desperate situations.

Meaning

It emphasizes the profound truth of survival instincts and the urgency of taking necessary steps in dire times.

Application

This encourages proactive decision-making and awareness of one’s responsibilities towards sustaining life.