Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पराण धारण मात्रं तु केषां चिद उपपद्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

पराण धारण मात्रं तु केषां चिद उपपद्यते
शरमेण महता के चित कुर्वन्ति पराणधारणम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Life is sustained by effort, and it varies among individuals.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka signifies that the essence of life is upheld through hard work, and the level of effort varies among people, influencing their sustenance and survival in life’s journey.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि जीवन का सार संघर्ष के माध्यम से बनाए रखा जाता है, और मेहनत का स्तर व्यक्तियों में भिन्न होता है, जो उनके जीवन की यात्रा में पोषण और जीवंतता को प्रभावित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse reflects on the various struggles individuals endure to maintain their existence and their varying degrees of effort.

Meaning

It reinforces that sustaining life requires commitment and hard work, which may not be universal but varies greatly across individuals.

Application

Embracing this shloka can encourage one to recognize the value of perseverance and the distinct pathways each person takes in life.