Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अप्रसाद्य विरूपाक्षं वरदं सथाणुम अव्ययम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अप्रसाद्य विरूपाक्षं वरदं सथाणुम अव्ययम
कुतः कषीरॊदनं वत्स सुखानि वसनानि च

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka draws attention to the essential nature of contentment concerning food and comfort.

Translations

English Translation

The verse communicates the idea that the blessings of a stable and unwavering form, represented as ‘virupaksha’, remain beyond the need for luxurious meals like milk-rice, pointing to deeper spiritual contentment rather than physical pleasures.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात को उजागर करता है कि एक स्थिर और सच्चे रूप के आशीर्वाद, जिसे ‘विरूपाक्ष’ कहा गया है, स्वास्थ्य और संतोष का स्तर प्रदान करते हैं, जो स्वादिष्ट भोजन की तुलना में महत्वपूर्ण है।

Commentary

Context

This verse reflects the distinction between physical needs and spiritual desires, reinforcing the idea that inner peace outweighs material comforts.

Meaning

The focus is on understanding that true happiness and satisfaction come from within, rather than depending on external factors or foods.

Application

This insight encourages one to seek fulfillment beyond materialistic needs and to cultivate a deeper sense of peace in their life journey.