Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सर्वभूतसमुच्छेदः सरॊतसेवॊह्यते सदा

Shloka (श्लोक)
सर्वभूतसमुच्छेदः सरॊतसेवॊह्यते सदा
उह्यमानं निमज्जन्तम अप्लवे कालसागरे
जरामृत्युमहाग्राहे न कश चिद अभिपद्यते
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka describes the universal struggle against death and aging, emphasizing the inevitability of these experiences.
Translations
English Translation
It articulates that in the ever-flowing sea of time, all beings undergo dissolution, and whether submerged or afloat, no one can entirely escape the grasp of aging and death. This underscores the collective human experience surrounding mortality.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक कहता है कि समय के बहाव में, सभी प्राणी समाप्त हो जाते हैं। चाहे वे निमज्जित हों या तैरते रहें, कोई भी वृद्धावस्था और मृत्यु के भंवरे से पूरी तरह बच नहीं सकता। यह मृत्यु से संबंधित मानव अनुभव को उजागर करता है।
Commentary
Context
This reflection on mortality merits contemplation about life’s transient nature and urges individuals to find purpose within it.
Meaning
The verse stresses that death is an unavoidable phenomenon, urging people to confront this truth rather than deny it.
Application
Consciously understanding mortality can lead to a more meaningful life, fostering authentic relationships and impactful contributions to society.
