Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – कृमिभावात परमुक्तस तु ततॊ जायति गर्दभः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कृमिभावात परमुक्तस तु ततॊ जायति गर्दभः
गर्दभः पञ्चवर्षाणि पञ्चवर्षाणि सूकरः
शवा वर्षम एकं भवति ततॊ जायति मानवः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka narrates the birth cycle of creatures emerging from microscopic life forms.

Translations

English Translation

The verse states that after emerging from microbial existence, a donkey lives five years, a pig lives five years, and a dog lives one year before eventually transitioning into a human form, showcasing the karmic journey.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि सूक्ष्म जीवन से उत्पन्न होने के बाद, एक गधा पाँच वर्ष जीवित रहता है, एक सूअर पाँच वर्ष, और एक कुत्ता एक वर्ष, इसके बाद वह अंततः मानव रूप में पुनर्जन्म लेता है, जो कर्म यात्रा को प्रदर्शित करता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Anushasana Parva, the shloka emphasizes the continuum of life forms and their evolution based on karmic influence.

Meaning

This illustrates the broader understanding of life as a series of transformations guided by our actions.

Application

Reflecting on this teaches us to recognize the significance of each action in shaping our current and future existence.