Mahabharata Shanti Parva – गृहस्थस तव एव सर्वेषां चतुर्णां मूलम उच्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

गृहस्थस तव एव सर्वेषां चतुर्णां मूलम उच्यते
तत्र पक्वकसायॊ हि दन्तः सर्वत्र सिध्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

The householder’s life is fundamental to all four stages, where growth and achievements are realized.

Translations

English Translation

This verse signifies that householdership is viewed as the foundation of all four stages of life, where one can achieve various aspirations and milestones essential for spiritual evolution.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि गृहस्थ जीवन सभी चार अवस्थाओं का मूल होता है, जहाँ व्यक्ति विभिन्न महत्वाकांक्षाओं और उपलब्धियों को प्राप्त कर सकता है, जो आध्यात्मिक उन्नति के लिए आवश्यक हैं।

Commentary

Context

Within Shanti Parva, the emphasis is placed on how household life supports personal growth and fulfillment, thereby ensuring spiritual completeness.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka lies in recognizing the value of domestic life as a critical phase of personal and spiritual development.

Application

One can embrace the role of a householder to pursue both worldly responsibilities and spiritual ascension, illustrating the harmony of life’s duties.