Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अकिंचनाश च दृश्यन्ते पुरुषाश चिरजीविनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अकिंचनाश च दृश्यन्ते पुरुषाश चिरजीविनः
समृद्धे च कुले जाता विनश्यन्ति पतङ्गवत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those who are humble can live long, while those born to wealth perish quickly.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka conveys that individuals who possess humility and simplicity may enjoy longevity, whereas those raised in prosperity often encounter early demise. It serves as a critique of wealth as a measure of worth, emphasizing that virtue and modesty foster a more extended and meaningful life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि जो लोग विनम्रता और सादगी रखते हैं, वे लंबे जीवन का आनंद ले सकते हैं, जबकि जो समृद्धि में पले-बढ़े हैं उन्हें अक्सर जल्दी मृत्यु का सामना करना पड़ता है। यह धन को मूल्य के माप के रूप में आलोचना करता है, यह बताते हुए कि सदाचार और विनम्रता एक लंबे और अर्थपूर्ण जीवन की नींव बनते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects on the virtues of humility versus the pitfalls of wealth within Shanti Parva discussions.

Meaning

The essence emphasizes recognizing value in virtue rather than material things; a contrast that promotes the notion of simple living.

Application

This encourages fostering values of humility and mindfulness in a society often fixated on riches.