Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अपि चेन महतॊ वित्ताद विप्रमुच्येत पूरुषः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अपि चेन महतॊ वित्ताद विप्रमुच्येत पूरुषः
नैतन ममेति तन मत्वा कुर्वीत परियम आत्मनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the impermanence of wealth and the fate of those who cling to it.

Translations

English Translation

Even if a person is released from immense wealth, they should not consider it their own; rather, they should treat their essence with care. This emphasizes the detachment from material possessions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यदि कोई व्यक्ति विशाल धन से मुक्त होता है, तो उसे यह अपना नहीं मानना चाहिए; बल्कि, उसे अपनी आत्मा की देखभाल करनी चाहिए। यह भौतिक संपत्तियों से विमुख रहने का महत्व बताता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka addresses the delusions around wealth in the context of life’s greater truths in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It suggests that true value lies not in material wealth but in the understanding and nurturing of one’s own soul.

Application

Reflecting on this encourages people to focus on spiritual growth rather than accumulating wealth.