Mahabharata Shanti Parva – दुःखसंभावनां कृत्वा धारयित्वा सवयं सुखम

Shloka (श्लोक)

दुःखसंभावनां कृत्वा धारयित्वा सवयं सुखम
तयक्त्वा गमिष्यथ कवाद्य समुत्सृज्याल्प बुद्धिवत

⚡ Quick Meaning

If one creates fear based on suffering, happiness will escape soon.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka warns that living in fear or negativity traps one in suffering. Seeking happiness with a limited mind will lead to loss or escape of joy.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक चेतावनी देता है कि भय या नकारात्मकता में जीने से मनुष्य दुःख में फंस जाता है। सीमित मन से सुख की खोज करने से खुशी खो जाती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse belongs to the Shanti Parva, addressing attitudes that impede happiness.

Meaning

It teaches the importance of a positive mindset and cautions against fear and negativity.

Application

By focusing on positivity, one can learn to attract happiness while rejecting feelings of despair.