Mahabharata Shanti Parva – लॊकसंभावितैर दुःखं यत पराप्तं कुरुसत्तम

Shloka (श्लोक)

लॊकसंभावितैर दुःखं यत पराप्तं कुरुसत्तम
पराप्य जातिं मनुष्येषु देवैर अपि पितामह

⚡ Quick Meaning

The distress faced in this world, O best of the Kurus, can also affect even the celestial beings and the ancestors.

Translations

English Translation

This verse highlights that the suffering encountered by humans is not limited to them alone; even deities and ancestors are subject to similar experiences. It emphasizes the universality of distress, making it a shared aspect of existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो दुःख मनुष्यों को मिलता है, वह उनसे सीमित नहीं है; यहां तक कि देवताओं और पूर्वजों को भी समान अनुभव होते हैं। यह दुःख की सार्वभौमिकता को उजागर करता है, जो जीवन का एक साझा पहलू है।

Commentary

Context

Positioned in the Shanti Parva, this shloka addresses the nature of suffering that transcends human experience, reminding readers that distress is a common thread that unites all beings.

Meaning

It communicates the idea that suffering is an essential part of the human experience, emphasizing compassion and understanding towards all forms of life.

Application

This teaching invites us to cultivate a broader perspective on suffering, recognizing the shared challenges of existence and inspiring us to act with kindness towards others.