Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – न तु शमशानसंभूता न देवायतनॊद्भवाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न तु शमशानसंभूता न देवायतनॊद्भवाः
संनयेत पुष्टि युक्तेषु विवाहेषु रहःसु च

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse distinguishes between aspects of birth and relationships that are connected to the divine and mortal realms.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka conveys that neither beings born of cemeteries nor those from divine abodes will provide true nourishment in relationships that are characteristically blending of truth and hidden aspects of life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि न तो शमशान में उत्पन्न प्राणियों और न ही देवताओं के निवास से उत्पन्न प्राणियों से सच्चे संबंधों में आकार नहीं मिलते हैं, जो सत्य और जीवन के छिपे पहलुओं का मिश्रण हैं।

Commentary

Context

In the context of the Anushasana Parva, the focus is on the moral lessons regarding relationships and the essence of life.

Meaning

The verse elucidates how true nourishment in life arises from understanding one’s essence rather than superficial connections.

Application

It urges individuals to cultivate relationships based on authenticity and depth, steering away from the superficiality found in transient connections.