Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अहॊ हि दुरनुष्ठेयॊ मॊक्षधर्मः सनातनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अहॊ हि दुरनुष्ठेयॊ मॊक्षधर्मः सनातनः
यं हित्वा देवताः सर्वा हव्यकव्य भुजॊ ऽभवन

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks of the eternal and challenging nature of the path to liberation, which even the gods find difficult to attain.

Translations

English Translation

The verse articulates that the path to liberation (moksha) is extraordinarily difficult, established as a fundamental truth throughout time. It mentions that even the divine beings, having abandoned all offerings for sustenance, struggle with this pursuit, reflecting the challenges of the spiritual journey.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि मोक्ष के मार्ग पर चलना अत्यंत कठिन है और यह सदा से एक स्थायी सत्य के रूप में स्थापित है। यह उल्लेख करता है कि देवता भी सभी भोगों को त्यागकर इस प्रयास में कठिनाई का सामना करते हैं, जो आध्यात्मिक यात्रा की चुनौतियों को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka comes from the Shanti Parva, which explores the complexity of attaining spiritual liberation and the trials involved in such a pursuit.

Meaning

The deeper meaning refers to the challenges faced not only by mortals but also by celestial beings on the spiritual path, emphasizing shared struggles in the pursuit of enlightenment.

Application

This serves as a reminder that the quest for liberation requires persistence and dedication, motivating individuals to remain steadfast despite challenges.