Mahabharata Shanti Parva – निवृत्तं मां चिरं राजन विप्रं लॊभयसे कथम

Shloka (श्लोक)

निवृत्तं मां चिरं राजन विप्रं लॊभयसे कथम
सवेन कार्यं करिष्यामि तवत्तॊ नेच्छे फलं नृप

⚡ Quick Meaning

O King, you tempt me with worldly gains, but I seek to fulfill my duty without attachment to fruits.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka speaks about the struggle against temptation in the pursuit of one’s duties. Despite allurements by kingship or wealth, the speaker asserts a commitment to perform actions with detachment and righteousness sans expectations of results.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक राजा द्वारा भौतिक लाभ के मोह की चर्चा करता है, यह बताते हुए कि वक्ता अपने कर्तव्यों को निभाने के लिए प्रेरित होते हैं लेकिन बिना किसी फल की इच्छा के।

Commentary

Context

Within the Shanti Parva, this verse highlights the inner conflicts faced by individuals when they are tempted to stray from their rightful path due to material desires.

Meaning

The essence conveys devotion to dharma (righteousness) while resisting worldly temptations, a crucial lesson for spiritual seekers.

Application

This shloka inspires individuals to uphold their responsibilities diligently while remaining detached from the desire for rewards.