Mahabharata Shanti Parva – जीवितं यस्य धर्मार्थं धर्मॊ ऽरत्य अर्थम एव च

Shloka (श्लोक)

जीवितं यस्य धर्मार्थं धर्मॊ ऽरत्य अर्थम एव च
अहॊरात्राश च पुण्यार्थं तं देवा बराह्मणं विदुः

⚡ Quick Meaning

For whom righteousness and wealth are intertwined, such a person is acknowledged by the divine as a true sage.

Translations

English Translation

This verse asserts that a person who truly understands the relationship between righteousness (dharma) and wealth (artha) and lives by them earns the recognition of the divine. Their life reflects a harmonious blend of nighttime and daytime principles dictated by ethical conduct.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो व्यक्ति धर्म और अर्थ के संबंध को समझता है और उसी के अनुसार जीता है, वह दिव्य के द्वारा सच्चे मुनि के रूप में मानता है। उनका जीवन धार्मिक आचरण के अनुसार रात और दिन के सिद्धांतों का सामंजस्य दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka resides in the Shanti Parva and highlights the significance of aligning one’s life with dharma and artha.

Meaning

The message emphasizes that true fulfillment in life comes from a balanced approach to righteousness and material needs.

Application

By balancing ethical conduct with material pursuits, individuals cultivate a fulfilling life that resonates with divine principles.