Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अथ किं चिद अपश्यन्तौ दानवौ मधु कैतभौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

अथ किं चिद अपश्यन्तौ दानवौ मधु कैतभौ
पुनर आजग्मतुस तत्र वेगितौ पस्यतां च तौ
यत्र वेदा विनिक्षिप्तास तत सथानं शून्यम एव च

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka narrates the story of two demons and the situation they encountered.

Translations

English Translation

While the two demons, Madhu and Kaitabha, were wandering, they noticed a vacant space where the Vedas had been laid down, reflecting the impermanence of all material things in their pursuit of knowledge.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब दो दानव, मधु और कैतभ, भ्रमण करते हुए निकले, तो उन्होंने एक खाली स्थान देखा जहाँ वेद डाले गए थे, जो ज्ञान की खोज में सभी भौतिक चीजों की अस्थिरता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Part of the Shanti Parva, this verse highlights the conflict between material existence and the pursuit of spiritual wisdom.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of wisdom and knowledge amidst the chaos of worldly distractions.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder to look beyond superficial facets of life and to seek deeper truths.