Mahabharata Shanti Parva – परमॊहॊ हर्षजः परीतिर असंदेहॊ धृतिः समृतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

परमॊहॊ हर्षजः परीतिर असंदेहॊ धृतिः समृतिः
एतान सत्त्वगुणान विद्याद इमान रजस तामसान

⚡ Quick Meaning

Exceeding joy includes pleasure, unwavering steadfastness, and remembrance; these comprise the qualities of goodness over the attributes of passion and ignorance.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka elaborates on the supreme joy and qualities that emerge from sattva (goodness) while distinguishing them from the traits of rajas (passion) and tamas (ignorance). It encourages readers to seek such virtues for a fulfilling and happy life beyond the ephemeral pleasures found in lower states of being.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस सर्वोच्च आनंद और गुणों का वर्णन करता है जो सत्त्व (अच्छाई) से उत्पन्न होते हैं, जबकि वे रजस (अधिकता) और तामस (अज्ञान) के गुणों से भिन्न होते हैं। यह पाठकों को जीवन में पूर्णता और खुशी के लिए ऐसे गुणों को खोजने के लिए प्रेरित करता है जो निम्नतर जीवन के क्षणिक आनंद से परे हैं।

Commentary

Context

Within the context of the Shanti Parva, this verse emphasizes the struggle between higher qualities and the lesser attributes prevalent in human experience.

Meaning

The shloka encourages striving for higher states of consciousness characterized by joy and stability, as opposed to being trapped in the temporary pleasures of passion and ignorance.

Application

This teaching inspires individuals to cultivate virtues associated with goodness to achieve lasting happiness and fulfillment in life.