Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – न कव चित सुखम अत्यन्तं न कव चिच छाश्वती सथितिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न कव चित सुखम अत्यन्तं न कव चिच छाश्वती सथितिः
सथानाच च महतॊ भरंशॊ दुःखलब्धात पुनः पुनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse reflects on the transient nature of happiness and permanence in existence, suggesting cycles of suffering following moments of pleasure.

Translations

English Translation

It conveys the notion that absolute happiness is elusive and that no state is perpetually stable; rather, suffering eventually follows, reminding us of the cyclical nature of life and its challenges.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि पूर्ण सुख अत्यंत क्षणिक है और कोई भी स्थिति हमेशा के लिए स्थायी नहीं होती; बल्कि, आनंद के क्षणों के बाद दु:ख अवश्य आता है, जो जीवन की चक्रीय प्रकृति और उसकी चुनौतियों को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka, located in the Ashvamedhika Parva, provides philosophical insights into human experiences, emphasizing the impermanence of joy and the inevitability of suffering.

Meaning

It underscores a profound truth that both happiness and suffering are integral to the human experience, encouraging a balanced perspective towards life’s ups and downs.

Application

By acknowledging the transient nature of joy and the cyclicality of existence, individuals can develop resilience and a more balanced outlook on life’s experiences.