Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – किं तव अस्याः परमं रूपं जीर्णम आसीत कथं पुनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

किं तव अस्याः परमं रूपं जीर्णम आसीत कथं पुनः
कन्या रूपम इहाद्यैव किम इहात्रॊत्तरं भवेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse questions the eternal beauty of a girl, pondering how she looks today versus the past.

Translations

English Translation

What was the supreme beauty of hers that had faded? How does she appear today? What will become of her in the future?

हिंदी अनुवाद

उसकी क्या सर्वोच्च सुंदरता थी जो अब ढल गई है? वह आज कैसे दिखती है? भविष्य में उसका क्या होगा?

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects on the ephemeral nature of beauty, questioning how perceptions change with time.

Meaning

It underscores the transient nature of beauty and existence, inviting reflections on both inner and outer beauty.

Application

This verse encourages us to look beyond superficial beauty and value the deeper qualities within individuals.