Mahabharata Shanti Parva – ताराढ्यं कुमुदाकारम आकाशं निर्मलं च ह

Shloka (श्लोक)

ताराढ्यं कुमुदाकारम आकाशं निर्मलं च ह
मेघैर मुक्तं नभॊ दृष्ट्वा लुब्धकः शीतविह्वलः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The sky, appearing like a lotus and pure, freed from clouds, left the greedy one shivering in the cold.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka depicts the beauty of the clear sky resembling a lotus, which brings forth a sense of purity and divinity. In contrast, the greedy being is left in a state of cold discomfort, emphasizing the duality of nature’s aesthetics and the human condition.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक साफ आसमान की सुंदरता का चित्रण करता है, जो कमल के समान प्रतीत होता है और पवित्रता और दिव्यता का एहसास कराता है। इसके विपरीत, लालची व्यक्ति ठंड में कांपता है, जो प्रकृति की सुंदरता और मानव स्थिति के द्वैत को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Shanti Parva illustrates the beauty of nature and contrasts it with the internal struggles of individuals, highlighting themes of desire and avarice.

Meaning

It captures the essence of how the environment can elevate one’s spirit while also pointing out the consequences of unfulfilled desires.

Application

This shloka prompts reflection on desires and urges individuals to seek contentment within the beauty of the present moment rather than chasing external validation.