Mahabharata Vana Parva – अल्पद्रव्या वृथा लिङ्गा हिंसा च परभविष्यति

Shloka (श्लोक)

अल्पद्रव्या वृथा लिङ्गा हिंसा च परभविष्यति
न कश चित कस्य चिद दाता भविष्यति युगक्षये

⚡ Quick Meaning

In the end times, there will be diminished resources, false identities, and violence, and no one will be a giver.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka warns that as the auspicious age concludes, scarcity will prevail, genuine identities will fade, violence will become rampant, and people will lose the spirit of generosity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक चेतावनी देता है कि जैसे-जैसे धर्म और पुण्य का युग समाप्त होता है, संसाधनों की कमी और असली पहचानों का लोप होगा, हिंसा बढ़ेगी और लोगों में दान की भावना समाप्त हो जाएगी।

Commentary

Context

This reflection sheds light on societal decay as depicted in the Vana Parva, emphasizing the losses that humanity will face.

Meaning

It underscores the adverse effects of declining moral values and the importance of maintaining generosity and kindness in challenging scenarios.

Application

This calls for a conscious effort to cultivate generosity and compassion even when faced with scarcity and hardship.