Mahabharata Vana Parva – एवं वै सुखदुःखाभ्यां हीनम अस्ति पदं कव चित

Shloka (श्लोक)

एवं वै सुखदुःखाभ्यां हीनम अस्ति पदं कव चित
एषा मम मतिः सर्पयथा वा मन्यते भवान

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka introspects on the existence of meaning through happiness and sorrow.

Translations

English Translation

The verse discusses the concept that happiness and sorrow are two sides of the same coin, and an absence of either influences the understanding of life’s meaning.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह दर्शाता है कि सुख और दुःख एक ही सिक्के के दो पहलू हैं, और इनमें से किसी की अनुपस्थिति जीवन के अर्थ को प्रभावित करती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse occurs in a philosophical dialogue that seeks to understand the role of emotions in life.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of both joy and suffering in shaping our experiences and understanding.

Application

This shloka encourages embracing life’s full range of emotions to gain insight and growth.