Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – उन्मादम एके पुष्यन्ति यान्त्य अन्ये दविषतां वशम

Shloka (श्लोक)

उन्मादम एके पुष्यन्ति यान्त्य अन्ये दविषतां वशम
दास्यम एके निगच्छन्ति परेषाम अर्थहेतुना

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the diverse reactions of individuals to the phenomenon of madness.

Translations

English Translation

This verse illustrates how some individuals may embrace madness driven by external circumstances, while others willingly subjugate themselves to serve others for material needs, emphasizing the spectrum of human experience.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि कुछ लोग बाहरी परिस्थितियों के कारण उन्माद को अपनाते हैं, जबकि अन्य स्वेच्छा से दूसरों की सेवा के लिए खुद को समर्पित करते हैं। यह मानव अनुभव की विविधता को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in Udyoga Parva, this verse explores the psychological and social dimensions of human behavior, focusing on how external influences affect choices.

Meaning

The shloka reveals that human experiences can vary significantly depending on personal perspectives towards challenges, emphasizing personal agency.

Application

This shloka encourages self-awareness in one’s choices and responses to challenges, emphasizing personal growth and understanding of individual experiences.