Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अमृतं चैव मृत्युश च दवयं देहे परतिष्ठितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अमृतं चैव मृत्युश च दवयं देहे परतिष्ठितम
मृत्युम आपद्यते मॊहात सत्येनापद्यते ऽमृतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Both immortality and mortality reside within the body, governed by truth.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka reflects the duality of life, illustrating that both the causes of death and immortality are present in our existence. By adhering to truth, one can overcome the bondages of death and tap into the eternal nature of life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक जीवन के द्वंद्व को दर्शाता है, बताते हुए कि मृत्यु और अमृत दोनों के कारण हमारे अस्तित्व में विद्यमान हैं। सत्य का पालन करके, कोई मृत्यु के बंधनों को पार कर सकता है और जीवन की शाश्वत प्रकृति में प्रवेश कर सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka forms an integral part of discussions on life and death in the Shanti Parva, where truth acts as the bridge between them.

Meaning

It illustrates how choice and perspective driven by truth can influence our understanding of life and death.

Application

Embracing truth can help individuals navigate life’s challenges, fostering a sense of eternal connection beyond mortality.