Mahabharata Shalya Parva – आत्मनॊ ऽरथे तवया लॊकॊ यत्नतः सर्व आहृतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

आत्मनॊ ऽरथे तवया लॊकॊ यत्नतः सर्व आहृतः
स ते संशयितस तात आत्मा च भरतर्षभ

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks about the self-interest of individuals in the world.

Translations

English Translation

In pursuit of one’s own interests, the world is carefully curated, but dear one, the soul remains uncertain amidst such pursuits in the grand scheme.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपनी व्यक्तिगत रुचियों की खोज में, संसार को सावधानी से संवार लिया गया है, लेकिन प्रिय व्यक्ति, आत्मा ऐसे प्रयासों में संदेह में रहती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse captures the essence of self-motivation versus the greater philosophical aspects of life during the Shalya Parva.

Meaning

It suggests that while self-interest drives actions, deeper questions about the soul and purpose remain unresolved.

Application

It encourages introspection about our motivations while acknowledging the broader implications of our choices in life.