Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अलं परिग्रहेनेह दॊषवान हि परिग्रहः

Shloka (श्लोक)
अलं परिग्रहेनेह दॊषवान हि परिग्रहः
कृमिर हि कॊशकारस तु बध्यते सवपरिग्रहात
⚡ Quick Meaning
Attachment brings suffering and limits freedom.
Translations
English Translation
The verse highlights that excessive attachment leads to suffering. Just as a worm binds itself with wealth, similarly, one gets trapped by their attachment, resulting in a lack of freedom.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक बताता है कि अत्यधिक लगाव दुःख लाता है। जैसे की एक कृमि धन के साथ बंधती है, उसी तरह, व्यक्ति अपने लगाव से बंध जाता है, जिससे उसकी स्वतंत्रता समाप्त हो जाती है।
Commentary
Context
This verse is a reflection on the detrimental effects of material attachment found in the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata.
Meaning
It conveys that attachment can restrict one’s freedom and lead to suffering, emphasizing the importance of detachment.
Application
This teaching encourages individuals to let go of excessive attachments to find peace and freedom in life.
