Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – शवयॊनौ तु स संभूतस तरीणि वर्षाणि जीवति

Shloka (श्लोक)

शवयॊनौ तु स संभूतस तरीणि वर्षाणि जीवति
तत्रापि निधनं पराप्तः कृमियॊनौ परजायते

⚡ Quick Meaning

A being born of a womb has a lifespan of three years before transitioning into another form upon death.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka explains the concept of life cycle in lower forms of existence. It mentions that beings born from the womb, such as animals, live for a short period before dying and then getting reborn into different forms, reflecting the ongoing cycle of life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक निम्न जीवन रूपों में जीवन चक्र की अवधारणा को समझाता है। इसमें कहा गया है कि गर्भ से जन्मे प्राणी, जैसे जानवर, एक छोटे समय के लिए जीवित रहते हैं और फिर मृत्यु के बाद विभिन्न रूपों में पुनर्जन्म लेते हैं, जो जीवन के निरंतर चक्र को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse reflects on the transient nature of lower forms of life as discussed in the Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

It conveys a message about the ephemeral existence of beings, urging respect for all life and awareness of the cycle of existence.

Application

This teaching encourages reflection on the value of life, promoting compassion and understanding across species.