Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अन्तवन्ति च भूतानि गुणयुक्तानि पश्यतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अन्तवन्ति च भूतानि गुणयुक्तानि पश्यतः
उत्पत्तिनिधनज्ञस्य किं कार्यम अवशिष्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

All beings possessing qualities undoubtedly have an end, so what remains for the one who knows their origin and demise?

Translations

English Translation

This shloka posits that all beings, characterized by their attributes, are transient. For those aware of the cycle of birth and death, the essence of these interactions becomes clear, promoting the wisdom of detachment from the material world.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात को रखता है कि सभी गुणों वाले प्राणी निश्चित रूप से समाप्त हो जाते हैं। जो लोग जन्म और मृत्यु के चक्र से परिचित होते हैं, उनके लिए इन परस्पर क्रियाओं का सार स्पष्ट होता है, जो भौतिक दुनिया से अलगाव की बुद्धि को बढ़ावा देता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Shanti Parva, this verse encourages reflection on the impermanent nature of the material world, enhancing one’s understanding of existence.

Meaning

The purpose of this verse is to provoke contemplative thought regarding the fleetingness of attributes in beings, leading to spiritual realizations.

Application

This teaching inspires one to transcend the temporary allure of traits and seek deeper truths about oneself and existence beyond the material possessions.