Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अधनस्याकृतार्थस्य तयक्तस्य विविधैः फलैः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अधनस्याकृतार्थस्य तयक्तस्य विविधैः फलैः
ऋणं धारयमाणस्य कुतः सुखम अनीहया

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka discusses the plight of the indebted.

Translations

English Translation

This verse depicts the suffering endured by those who are poor and indebted, emphasizing that the pursuit of pleasure is virtually impossible for one carrying such burdens, raising questions about the nature of happiness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक गरीब और कर्जदार लोगों द्वारा सहन की जाने वाली व्यथा का चित्रण करता है, यह बताता है कि ऐसे बोझ को उठाने वाले के लिए सुख की खोज व्यावहारिक रूप से असंभव है, जो खुशी की प्रकृति पर प्रश्न उठाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated in the Udyoga Parva, shedding light on social issues related to poverty and despair.

Meaning

It underlines how financial struggles substantially affect life’s enjoyment and sense of peace.

Application

This verse prompts reflection on social responsibility while highlighting the increased empathy one should have for those facing economic hardships.