Mahabharata Shanti Parva – धवाङ्क्षाभ्र समवर्णस तु बिलान निःसृत्य जम्बुकः

Shloka (श्लोक)

धवाङ्क्षाभ्र समवर्णस तु बिलान निःसृत्य जम्बुकः
गच्छमानान सम तान आह निर्घृणाः खलु मानवाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

In this shloka, it reflects on the indifference of humans towards others’ suffering.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka indicates that among all beings, there are those who, like the jackal, remain indifferent and do not show compassion, highlighting the true nature of many humans who walk the path of selfishness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह दर्शाता है कि सभी जीवों में कुछ ऐसे होते हैं, जैसे गीदड़, जो दूसरों की पीड़ा के प्रति उदासीन रहते हैं और दया नहीं दिखाते, यह मानवता के स्वार्थपूर्ण मार्ग की सच्चाई को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated in the Shanti Parva, where the focus is on the moral dilemmas faced by humans.

Meaning

The underlying message is about human nature’s tendency to turn a blind eye to others’ distress.

Application

This shloka encourages self-reflection on our attitudes towards others and urges us to cultivate compassion.