Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सथाने ऽसमिन वस राजेन्द्र कर्मभिर निर्जिते शुभैः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सथाने ऽसमिन वस राजेन्द्र कर्मभिर निर्जिते शुभैः
किं तवं मानुष्यकं सनेहम अद्यापि परिकर्षसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

Oh Rajendra, are you still attached to this human realm despite achieving auspicious deeds?

Translations

English Translation

This shloka questions Yudhishthira about his lingering attachment to the human state, despite having accomplished noble actions. It reflects the struggle between earthly connections and spiritual aspirations.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युधिष्ठिर को उनकी अमृत के करीब पहुँच जाने के बावजूद मानवता से जुड़े रहने के सवाल उठाता है, जो सांसारिक संबंधों और आध्यात्मिक महत्वाकांक्षाओं के बीच संघर्ष को परिलक्षित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This context reveals a moment of introspection where Yudhishthira confronts his emotions regarding attachment and spiritual enlightenment during his journey.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka is to highlight the difficulty of letting go of worldly attachments, even when faced with significant spiritual achievements.

Application

This serves as a reminder for individuals striving for growth that emotional ties can often be barriers to higher aspirations, urging one to seek balance between duty and spiritual liberation.