Mahabharata Shanti Parva – उञ्छवृत्तिर गृहस्थॊ यः सवधर्मचरणे रतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

उञ्छवृत्तिर गृहस्थॊ यः सवधर्मचरणे रतः
तयक्तकामसुखारम्भस तस्य सवर्गॊ न दुर्लभः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Living a life of duty and renouncing selfish pleasures grants one heavenly rewards.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka emphasizes that a householder who adheres strictly to their duties and relinquishes attachment to sensual pleasures is assured an easy path to heavenly realms.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि जो गृहस्थ अपनी जिम्मेदारियों को पूरी निष्ठा के साथ निभाता है और भौतिक सुखों से आसक्ति छोड़ता है, उसे स्वर्गारोहण का सरल मार्ग मिलता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated in discussions about ideal behavior for householders within the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

The core message advocates the importance of duty over desire and the heavenly rewards that follow such a disciplined lifestyle.

Application

By prioritizing responsibilities over personal pleasures, individuals can achieve a higher spiritual status and contentment in life.