Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – बिस तन्तुर यथैवायम अन्तस्थः सर्वतॊ बिसे

Shloka (श्लोक)

बिस तन्तुर यथैवायम अन्तस्थः सर्वतॊ बिसे
तृष्णा तन्तुर अनाद्य अन्तस तथा देहगतः सदा

⚡ Quick Meaning

Like the fiber in cloth, desires are pervasive and bind the soul continuously.

Translations

English Translation

This verse compares desires to the fibers in a fabric, illustrating that they bind the soul persistently and pervasively, much like threads are woven into cloth, indicating the tendency of desires to entrap.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इच्छाओं की प्रकृति की तुलना कपड़े में तंतुओं से करता है, यह स्पष्ट करता है कि इच्छाएँ निरंतर और सर्वव्यापी हैं, जो आत्मा को बांधती हैं।

Commentary

Context

The analogy used illustrates the inescapable nature of desires and the profound impact they have on our existence.

Meaning

It emphasizes that desires can entrap the soul indefinitely if not understood correctly.

Application

By recognizing the bonds of desire, one can strive for inner freedom and spiritual liberation.