Mahabharata Shanti Parva – किं चिद एव ममत्वेन यदा भवति कल्पितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

किं चिद एव ममत्वेन यदा भवति कल्पितम
तद एव परितापार्थं सर्वं संपद्यते तदा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the burdens that arise from feelings of possession and attachment.

Translations

English Translation

Whenever a sense of ownership is created, it is precisely then that everything becomes a source of suffering and hardship.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब भी मालिकाना अहसास उत्पन्न होता है, तब ही सब कुछ दुःख और कठिनाई का स्रोत बन जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Shanti Parva addresses the nature of attachment and its impact on human experience.

Meaning

It teaches that the more one clings to possessions and ideas of ownership, the more one invites suffering into their life.

Application

By cultivating a sense of non-attachment, individuals can alleviate their burdens and experience greater joy and ease in life.