Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – परकीर्तिताः सत्त्वगुणा विशेषतॊ; यथावद उक्तं गुणवृत्तम एव च

Shloka (श्लोक)

परकीर्तिताः सत्त्वगुणा विशेषतॊ; यथावद उक्तं गुणवृत्तम एव च
नरस तु यॊ वेद गुणान इमान सदा; गुणान स भुङ्क्ते न गुणैः स भुज्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes that an individual experiences the qualities of their nature based on their understanding of those qualities.

Translations

English Translation

The qualities of a person are renowned; as is said, one enjoys the qualities according to their own intrinsic nature. The one who knows these qualities always enjoys them, yet is not enjoyed by those qualities.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक व्यक्ति की विशेषताएँ प्रसिद्ध हैं; जैसा कि कहा गया है, व्यक्ति अपनी प्रवृत्ति के अनुसार उन गुणों का आनंद उठाता है। जो व्यक्ति इन गुणों को जानता है, वह हमेशा उनका आनंद लेता है, परंतु गुणों द्वारा उसका आनंद नहीं लिया जाता।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects on the inherent qualities of beings and their understanding of these qualities within the framework of Ashvamedhika Parva.

Meaning

The essence of a person is defined by their qualities, and one’s experiences are influenced by their perception and engagement with these traits.

Application

This shloka encourages self-awareness and introspection, urging individuals to recognize their own qualities and how they shape their interactions with the world.