Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तस्मात कामश च लॊभश च तृष्णा कार्पण्यम एव च

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्मात कामश च लॊभश च तृष्णा कार्पण्यम एव च
तयजन्तु मां परतिष्ठन्तं सत्त्वस्थॊ हय अस्मि सांप्रतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka advises the abandonment of desires and greed for a stable life.

Translations

English Translation

Hence, let go of desires, greed, longing, and the inclination towards miserliness. I remain steadfast in my current state of stability.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इसलिए, इच्छाओं, लालच, तृष्णा, और संकुचन को त्याग दो। मैं अपनी वर्तमान स्थिति में दृढ़ हूं।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Shanti Parva, advocating for the detachment from material desires.

Meaning

It emphasizes that renouncing these attachments leads to inner strength and serenity.

Application

In moments of temptation, remembering this verse can guide one back to a more balanced state of mind.