Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सवप्तु कामॊ न लभते सवप्तुं कार्यार्थिभिर जनैः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सवप्तु कामॊ न लभते सवप्तुं कार्यार्थिभिर जनैः
शयने चाप्य अनुज्ञातः सुप्त उत्थाप्यते ऽवशः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates that one cannot fulfill desires without the approval of others.

Translations

English Translation

The verse emphasizes that even one’s simplest desires often require acknowledgment or consent from others. The fate of individuals is tied to the perceptions and permissions of the community they belong to.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि किसी की साधारण इच्छाएं भी दूसरों की स्वीकृति पर निर्भर होती हैं। व्यक्तियों का भाग्य उस समुदाय की धारणाओं और अनुमतियों से बंधा होता है।

Commentary

Context

This reflection from Shanti Parva considers the interconnectedness of desires and societal approval.

Meaning

It suggests that desires are often shaped and constrained by societal norms and expectations, which limit personal freedom.

Application

Encouraging self-awareness, it invites individuals to analyze how external factors influence their desires and decisions.