Mahabharata Shanti Parva – इच्छा दवेषभवैर दुःखैः परकर्षॊ यत्र जायते

Shloka (श्लोक)

इच्छा दवेषभवैर दुःखैः परकर्षॊ यत्र जायते
तत्र या नृपते वृत्तिस तत परयॊजनम इष्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks to the origins of suffering and how desires and aversions drive human experiences.

Translations

English Translation

The verses illustrate that experiences of suffering arise from desires and aversions, emphasizing the need for leaders to understand their motivations and the underlying objectives of their actions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि दुःख के अनुभव इच्छाओं और द्वेषों से उत्पन्न होते हैं, जो नेताओं के लिए उनके कार्यों के पीछे की वास्तविक प्रेरणाओं और लक्ष्यों को समझने की प्रेरणा देता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Shanti Parva, this verse discusses the psychological aspects that lead to suffering, particularly relevant for rulers and leaders.

Meaning

The overarching theme emphasizes that understanding the root causes of suffering is essential for effective leadership.

Application

This shloka encourages leaders to cultivate awareness of desires within themselves and in their subjects to mitigate suffering.