Mahabharata Shanti Parva – कल्यानी रूपसंपन्ना दुर्भगा शक्र दृश्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

कल्यानी रूपसंपन्ना दुर्भगा शक्र दृश्यते
अलक्षणा विरूपा च सुभगा शक्र दृश्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka contrasts the fates of beautiful and unfortunate individuals.

Translations

English Translation

A person with a beautiful and prosperous demeanor can be perceived to have fortune, while those who are unattractive and unfortunate also exist within the same realm of observation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक सुंदर और संपन्न व्यक्तित्व वाले व्यक्ति को भाग्यशाली माना जा सकता है, जबकि जो व्यक्ति अशोभन और दुर्भाग्यशाली हैं, वे भी उसी स्तर पर देखे जाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Shanti Parva discusses the varied experiences faced by individuals in life depending on their appearances and circumstances.

Meaning

It shows that external beauty and misfortune can both be subject to scrutiny and societal observation.

Application

This perspective encourages empathy for those who may not be as fortunate, reminding us that everyone’s journey is different.