Mahabharata Shanti Parva – स चकार तद आलस्यं वरदानात स दुर्मतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

स चकार तद आलस्यं वरदानात स दुर्मतिः
न चैच्छच चरितुं गन्तुं दुरात्मा कालमॊहितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The wicked one, under the influence of lethargy from the boon, was disinclined to move forward.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka narrates how a malevolent individual, granted a boon, succumbed to laziness and lost the will to progress, illustrating how temptations can lead one astray from their path.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि एक दुष्ट व्यक्ति, जिसे वरदान मिला था, आलस्य में पड़ गया और आगे बढ़ने की इच्छा खो दी, यह दर्शाता है कि प्रलोभन व्यक्ति को अपने मार्ग से भटका सकते हैं।

Commentary

Context

Set within the Shanti Parva, this verse highlights the consequences of misuse of power and distractions in the quest for personal goals.

Meaning

It emphasizes how external influences can hinder one’s progress and lead to unproductive outcomes.

Application

The shloka encourages vigilance against distractions and the importance of purposeful action in life.