Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यक्षॊ वाप्य अथ वा देवॊ गन्धर्वॊ राक्षसॊ ऽपि वा

Shloka (श्लोक)

यक्षॊ वाप्य अथ वा देवॊ गन्धर्वॊ राक्षसॊ ऽपि वा
न हि मानुषरूपॊ ऽसि कॊ वार्थः काङ्क्षितस तवया

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka contemplates the nature of beings and the essence of desires.

Translations

English Translation

“Whether you are a Yaksha, a deity, a Gandharva, or even a demon, you do not appear to be a mere human. What worth do you seek?” This shloka challenges the very essence of being and desires.

हिंदी अनुवाद

“चाहे आप यक्ष हों, देव हों, गंधर्व हों या यहां तक कि राक्षस हों, आप साधारण मानव के रूप में दिखाई नहीं दे रहे हैं। आप किस चीज़ की चाह रखते हैं?” यह श्लोक अस्तित्व और इच्छाओं की वास्तविकता को चुनौती देता है।

Commentary

Context

This reflects the philosophical inquiry into the nature of beings and their desires, relevant to Yayati’s exploration of identity and existence.

Meaning

It highlights the complexity of existence, suggesting that true worth is derived from more than just human appearances.

Application

This teaches us to reflect on our desires and identity beyond societal labels, enhancing self-awareness and understanding of our deeper aspirations.