Mahabharata Shanti Parva – एकपुत्र विहीनानां सर्वेषां जीवितार्थिनाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

एकपुत्र विहीनानां सर्वेषां जीवितार्थिनाम
पुत्रस्य नॊ जीव दानाज जिवितं दातुम अर्हसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the significance of a son for those without children and the value of life in this context.

Translations

English Translation

This verse addresses the anguish of those without sons, emphasizing that life becomes meaningful through the presence of a child. It implores the divine to grant life, underscoring the importance of progeny for a fruitful existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन लोगों की व्यथा पर केंद्रित है जिनके पास संतान नहीं है, यह बताते हुए कि एक बालक के होने से जीवन का व्यतिक्रम होता है। यह दिव्य से जीवन प्रदान करने की प्रार्थना करता है, संतान के महत्व को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Shanti Parva, highlighting the emotional plight of childless individuals in society.

Meaning

It underscores the traditional belief in the significance of offspring in ensuring continuity and fulfillment in life.

Application

This verse serves as a reminder of the cultural reverence for children and the deep desire for lineage among many communities.