Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यदा संहरते कामान कूर्मॊ ऽङगानीव सर्वशः

Shloka (श्लोक)

यदा संहरते कामान कूर्मॊ ऽङगानीव सर्वशः
तदात्मज्यॊतिर आत्मा च आत्मन्य एव परसीदति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the importance of self-control and internal satisfaction in life.

Translations

English Translation

When a tortoise withdraws its limbs into its shell, so too should one control desires; it is through this control that one’s soul finds peace within oneself.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब एक कछुआ अपने अंगों को अपने खोल में समेट लेता है, उसी तरह से एक को इच्छाओं को नियंत्रित करना चाहिए; इसी नियंत्रण के माध्यम से, आत्मा अपने भीतर शांति प्राप्त करती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse teaches the significance of self-restraint and introspection, linking it to a higher state of inner peace.

Meaning

The metaphor of a tortoise suggests that detachment from material desires leads to spiritual tranquility.

Application

By practicing control over one’s desires, individuals can cultivate a more peaceful and fulfilled life, similar to the tortoise’s wisdom.