Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – जीर्यन्ति जीर्यतः केशा दन्ता जीर्यन्ति जीर्यतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

जीर्यन्ति जीर्यतः केशा दन्ता जीर्यन्ति जीर्यतः
चक्षुः शरॊत्रे च जीर्येते तृष्णैका तु न जीर्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights that while physical aspects of life may age and perish, desire remains eternal.

Translations

English Translation

The hairs and teeth lose their vigor with time, and the eyes and ears also weaken with age. However, the insatiable desires of an individual are never diminished, illustrating the persistence of longings beyond physical decay.

हिंदी अनुवाद

केश और दांत समय के साथ कमजोर होते हैं, और आँखें सुनाई भी कम होने लगती हैं। लेकिन, व्यक्ति की इच्छा कभी समाप्त नहीं होती है, जो शारीरिक अपक्षय से परे की स्थायी चाह को दर्शाती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the transience of physical attributes against the timeless nature of human desires, reflecting on the ephemerality of life.

Meaning

It conveys that even as we witness decline in our physical selves, our aspirations and cravings persist, calling for introspection.

Application

One should learn to recognize and manage desires, ensuring they do not overpower their existence as life progresses.