Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – परियाभावाच च पुरुषॊ नैव पराप्नॊति शॊभनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

परियाभावाच च पुरुषॊ नैव पराप्नॊति शॊभनम
धरुवं चाभावम अभ्येति गत्वा गङ्गेव सागरम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The man who is detached cannot achieve glory, just like the Ganges cannot reach the ocean without overcoming its own limitations.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka reveals that a person who lacks the necessary qualities of detachment cannot attain greatness. The analogy of the Ganges River highlights that it must overcome obstacles to reach the ocean, emphasizing effort and detachment in achieving success.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो व्यक्ति आवश्यक गुणों, जैसे कि अपरिवर्तनशीलता की कमी महसूस करता है, वह महानता को नहीं पा सकता। गंगा नदी का उदाहरण देता है कि इसे समुंदर तक पहुँचने के लिए बाधाओं को पार करना पड़ता है, जो सफलता प्राप्त करने के लिए प्रयास और अपरिवर्तनशीलता को बल देता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of a discourse on the essence of human qualities needed for success and glory in life.

Meaning

It illustrates the importance of detachment from desires and worldly attachments in achieving true greatness and success.

Application

In today’s context, the message encourages individuals to focus on their inner qualities and not just external achievements for lasting success.