Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – अहॊ सह शरीरेण पराप्तॊ ऽसमि परमां गतिम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अहॊ सह शरीरेण पराप्तॊ ऽसमि परमां गतिम
उत्तरान वा कुरून पुण्यान अथ वाप्य अमरावतीम

⚡ Quick Meaning

I’ve attained the ultimate destination, either to the north or to the virtuous Kurus, or perhaps to the celestial city of Amaravati.

Translations

English Translation

In this moment, I realize that I have reached a sublime state; whether that is towards the north, among the virtuous Kurus, or perhaps to the heavenly realm of Amaravati, which is known for its eternal joy and purity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस क्षण में, मुझे यह समझ में आया है कि मैंने एक उच्च स्थिति को प्राप्त किया है; चाहे वह उत्तर की ओर, पुण्य कुरुओं के बीच, या फिर अमरावती के दिव्य क्षेत्र की ओर हो, जो आनंद और शुद्धता के लिए प्रसिद्ध है।

Commentary

Context

This verse reflects the state of enlightenment achieved by individuals in Anushasana Parva, representing various aspirational realizations of spiritual goals.

Meaning

The destination illustrates the multifaceted paths to spiritual fulfillment and the intrinsic value of the journey itself.

Application

This teaches us that the destination of life’s pursuit is vital, but so is recognizing the value of the paths we take to get there.