Mahabharata Shanti Parva – वरदानात पितुः कामं छन्द मृत्युर असि परभॊ

Shloka (श्लोक)

वरदानात पितुः कामं छन्द मृत्युर असि परभॊ
शंतनॊर धर्मशीलस्य न तव एतच छम कारणम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the inevitability of death even in the face of divine blessings.

Translations

English Translation

Given the blessings bestowed by the father, O Lord, you are indeed a source of strength against death. However, the righteous nature of Shantanu does not imply that you can escape what is destined.

हिंदी अनुवाद

पिता द्वारा दिए गए वरदान के कारण, हे प्रभो, तुम वास्तव में मृत्यु के खिलाफ एक ताकत हो। लेकिन शांतनु की धर्मशीलता का यह अर्थ नहीं है कि आप अपने भाग्य से बच सकते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka discusses the relationship between divine favor and the ultimate truth of mortality in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

The verse highlights the notion that despite blessings, mortality remains an irrefutable reality; one must accept the natural order of life.

Application

This teaching implores us to cherish life while understanding that death is an integral part of existence that should be accepted with grace.