Shloka (श्लोक)
अहॊ कष्टं कषीणपुण्यॊ ययातिः; पतत्य असौ पुण्यकृत पुण्यकीर्तिः
तान अब्रुवं पतमानस ततॊ ऽहं; सतां मध्ये निपतेयं कथं नु
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka expresses the anguish of Yayati, who laments his degraded state despite past virtues.
📖 Translations
English Translation
In this verse, Yayati reflects on his suffering due to lost merits, questioning how he, once renowned for good deeds, finds himself in a fallen state among virtuous company. It emphasizes the transient nature of human virtue and the despair that arises from a loss of moral standing.
हिंदी अनुवाद
इस श्लोक में ययाति अपने खोए हुए पुण्य के कारण अपने दुःख पर विचार करते हैं, यह सवाल उठाते हुए कि कैसे वह, जो एक समय में अच्छे कार्यों के लिए जाने जाते थे, अब सद्गुणों के बीच पतित हो गए हैं। यह मानव गुण के अस्थायी स्वभाव और नैतिक स्तर की हानि से उत्पन्न निराशा को उजागर करता है।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
This verse takes place in the Adi Parva, where the themes of virtue and downfall are explored through various characters.
🧘 Meaning
It highlights the fragile nature of human achievement and how quickly one can fall from grace, prompting self-reflection.
🌟 Application
This message urges individuals to cultivate their virtues diligently and remain aware of the potential for decline.
