Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – सपर्शात संजायते चापि गन्धाद अपि च जायते

Shloka (श्लोक)

सपर्शात संजायते चापि गन्धाद अपि च जायते
एतद रूपम उदानस्य हर्षॊ मिथुन संभवः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Joy also arises from touch and fragrance, and this form of pleasure is a result of duality.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka states that both touch and fragrance contribute significantly to the experience of joy. The interplay between these senses creates a dual nature of pleasure, reinforcing the multifaceted aspects of happiness found in life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि स्पर्श और सुगंध दोनों खुशी के अनुभव में महत्वपूर्ण योगदान देते हैं। इन संवेदनाओं के बीच का अंतःक्रिया खुशी के द्वैतीय स्वरूप को मजबूत करता है, जो जीवन में खुशी के बहुआयामी पहलुओं को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

The foundation of this verse in the Ashvamedhika Parva reflects on the sensory experiences that shape our perceptions of joy in spiritual and ritual contexts.

Meaning

This shloka reveals how joy is not derived solely from one source, illustrating that multiple senses work in harmony to evoke pleasant experiences.

Application

To embrace happiness, focus on varied sensory experiences in life, such as the richness of taste, touch, and scent, which together enhance emotional well-being.