Mahabharata Shanti Parva – वर्तमानस तथैवात्र वानप्रस्थाश्रमे यथा

Shloka (श्लोक)

[षुक्र]वर्तमानस तथैवात्र वानप्रस्थाश्रमे यथा
यॊक्तव्यॊ ऽऽतमा यथाशक्त्या परं वै काङ्क्षता पदम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse suggests a focus on ascetic practices in the stage of renunciation.

Translations

English Translation

In the present condition, just as in the forest-dwelling stage of life, the self should be directed towards the ultimate goal by the means available, aspiring to attain the highest point of existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वर्तमान स्थिति में, जैसे वानप्रस्थाश्रम में, आत्मा को उपलब्ध साधनों के द्वारा उच्चतम उद्देश्य की ओर इंगित किया जाना चाहिए, सर्वोच्च अस्तित्व के बिंदु को प्राप्त करने की आकांक्षा करते हुए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects the principles of asceticism and the pursuit of higher goals as expressed in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

The essence conveys the importance of directing oneself towards ultimate spiritual goals even while living in the material world.

Application

In daily life, we should focus our efforts towards our higher aspirations, regardless of our current situation or lifestyle.