Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तद एवं बुद्धिम आस्थाय सुखं जीवेद गुणान्वितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तद एवं बुद्धिम आस्थाय सुखं जीवेद गुणान्वितः
सर्वान कामाञ जुगुप्सेत सङ्गान कुर्वीत पृष्ठतः
वृत्त एष हृदि परौधॊ मृत्युर एष मनॊमयः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes cultivating wisdom and detachment to live a joyful life devoid of attachments.

Translations

English Translation

By establishing oneself in wisdom and virtue, one should live joyfully, while detaching from desires and avoiding entanglement in worldly matters, understanding that death is a psychological construct.

हिंदी अनुवाद

बुद्धि और गुण में स्थिर होकर, व्यक्ति को आनंदपूर्वक जीना चाहिए, इच्छाओं सेDetach होते हुए और सांसारिक मामलों में उलझने से बचते हुए, यह समझते हुए कि मृत्यु एक मानसिक निर्माण है।

Commentary

Context

This verse encapsulates the idea of achieving contentment through wisdom, as stated in Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It asserts that true happiness lies in understanding and overcoming the attachment to desires and worldly pursuits.

Application

By fostering wisdom and detachment, individuals can navigate life’s challenges with grace, focus on lasting happiness, and diminish the fear of death.