Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – वास एव यथा हि तवं परावृण्वानॊ ऽदय मन्यसे

Shloka (श्लोक)

वास एव यथा हि तवं परावृण्वानॊ ऽदय मन्यसे
सरजं तयक्ताम इव पराप्य लॊभाद यौधिष्ठिरीं शरियम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Just as you are detaching yourself, one must be careful not to fall for greed and give up on true wealth.

Translations

English Translation

As you contemplate turning away from what you currently possess, remember to resist the allure of greed, for relinquishing true wealth may lead to undesirable consequences.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब आप अपने पास की चीज़ों को छोड़ने की सोच रहे हैं, तो लालच से बचे रहना ज़रूरी है, क्योंकि सच्चे धन को छोड़ना इसके विपरीत परिणाम ला सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse warns against the dangers of greed during moments of detachment from material possessions.

Meaning

It highlights that valuing spiritual or true wealth is essential, avoiding unnecessary losses due to material desires.

Application

We must cultivate detachment while holding on to true values, ensuring that material greed does not cloud our judgment.