Mahabharata Shanti Parva – दर्पः करॊधॊ मदः सवप्नॊ हर्षः शॊकॊ ऽतिमानिता

Shloka (श्लोक)

दर्पः करॊधॊ मदः सवप्नॊ हर्षः शॊकॊ ऽतिमानिता
तत एव हि कौरव्य दृश्यन्ते लुब्ध बुद्धिषु
एतान अशिष्टान बुध्यस्व नित्यं लॊभसमन्वितान

⚡ Quick Meaning

Pride, anger, intoxication, elation, sorrow, and excessive ego manifest in those of greedy intellect.

Translations

English Translation

This stanza identifies various negative emotions and traits that commonly arise in individuals dominated by greed. It speaks of the effects of pride, anger, illusion, happiness, sorrow, and high-mindedness, urging one to recognize these elements in order to cultivate awareness and foster wisdom.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन विभिन्न नकारात्मक भावनाओं और लक्षणों को पहचानता है जो स्वार्थ के अधीन व्यक्तियों में आमतौर पर उभड़ते हैं। यह गर्व, क्रोध, माया, आनंद, दुख और अहंकार के प्रभावों का उल्लेख करता है, जिससे जागरूकता को विकसित करने और ज्ञान को बढ़ावा देने की प्रेरणा मिलती है।

Commentary

Context

Situated in the Shanti Parva, this verse serves as a reminder of the destructive nature of negative qualities exhibited by those consumed by greed.

Meaning

It conveys that understanding the implications of these emotions is essential for emotional and spiritual growth in a person.

Application

Practicing mindfulness and self-reflection can aid in identifying and overcoming these negative traits while promoting a more balanced life.