Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – यदृच्छालाभसंतुष्टॊ दवन्द्वातीतॊ विमत्सरः

Shloka (श्लोक)

यदृच्छालाभसंतुष्टॊ दवन्द्वातीतॊ विमत्सरः
समः सिद्धाव असिद्धौ च कृत्वापि न निबध्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks to the nature of contentment and detachment from dualities.

Translations

English Translation

The verse describes a person who is satisfied with whatever they receive, transcending the dualities of success and failure. Such a person is unperturbed by achievements or setbacks and is not bound by actions, demonstrating a state of true liberation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन लोगों का वर्णन करता है जो जीवन में जो कुछ भी प्राप्त करते हैं, उससे संतुष्ट रहते हैं। ऐसे व्यक्ति सफलता और असफलता के द्वंद्वों को पार कर लेते हैं और अपने कार्यों से बंधते नहीं हैं, जो सच्चे मुक्ति की स्थिति को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Bhishma Parva, encapsulating wisdom about maintaining equanimity amidst life’s fluctuations.

Meaning

It emphasizes achieving a state of detachment from worldly success and failure, enabling personal peace and serenity.

Application

This teaching guides individuals towards contentment and equanimity in the face of life’s challenges, promoting holistic well-being.