Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 2969
Shloka (श्लोक)
पूर्णं वर्षसहस्रं स एवंवृत्तिर अभून नृपः
अब्भक्षः शरदस तरिंशद आसीन नियतवान मनाः
⚡ Quick Meaning
The king, practicing this way of life, remained steady for a thousand years, living on air and focused meditation.
📖 Translations
English Translation
This shloka describes a king who lived a full and steady life for a millennium, subsisting solely on air and practicing unwavering mental focus during the autumn seasons.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक एक राजा का वर्णन करता है जिसने एक हजार वर्षों तक स्थिर जीवन बिताया, केवल वायु पर निर्भर रहा और शरद ऋतु में निरंतर मानसिक ध्यान का अभ्यास किया।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
This emphasizes the power of meditation and asceticism within royal duties in the context of ancient Indian wisdom.
🧘 Meaning
It portrays an ideal of endurance and mental discipline which are essential for a ruler.
🌟 Application
Practicing mindfulness and focus can greatly enhance leadership qualities and personal resilience in contemporary life.
