Mahabharata Shanti Parva – जन्ममृत्युजराव्याधिवेदनाभिर उपद्रुतम

Shloka (श्लोक)

जन्ममृत्युजराव्याधिवेदनाभिर उपद्रुतम
असारम इमम अस्वन्तं संसारं तयजतः सुखम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka advises to renounce the transient sorrows of the world filled with birth, death, and suffering.

Translations

English Translation

The verse emphasizes how one should relinquish this world, which is beset with the cycles of birth, death, old age, and suffering. It highlights the futility of clinging to such an impermanent existence in pursuit of true happiness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर जोर देता है कि व्यक्ति को इस संसार को छोड़ देना चाहिए, जो जन्म, मृत्यु, बुढ़ापे और दुःख से भरा हुआ है। यह अस्थायी जीवन के प्रति लगाव को निरर्थक मानता है जो सच्चे सुख की खोज में बाधा डालता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is found in the Shanti Parva, where guidance on finding peace and understanding the transient nature of existence is provided after the chaos of war.

Meaning

It conveys a deeper understanding of life’s suffering and encourages a conscious shift away from attachment toward liberation.

Application

This teaching serves as a reminder to focus on what truly matters and liberate oneself from worldly distractions for a more profound inner peace.