Mahabharata Shanti Parva – नश्यन्त्य आपॊ हय अनाहाराद वायुर उच्छ्वासनिग्रहात

Shloka (श्लोक)

नश्यन्त्य आपॊ हय अनाहाराद वायुर उच्छ्वासनिग्रहात
नश्यते कॊष्ठ भेदात खम अग्निर नश्यत्य अभॊजनात

⚡ Quick Meaning

Without food, water diminishes, and so does the breath due to restraint. Moreover, fire goes out with a breach in the belly, while food is being denied.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights the interdependence of life elements. It explains how without nourishment, vital energies such as water, breath, and even fire are extinguished. Each aspect, from water to fire, is directly influenced by the absence of food, signifying the importance of sustenance in life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक जीवन के तत्वों के बीच आपसी निर्भरता को उजागर करता है। यह स्पष्ट करता है कि भोजन के बिना जल, प्राण और अग्नि सभी इस तरह प्रभावित होते हैं कि अंततः वे समाप्त हो जाते हैं। भोजन का अभाव जीवन के लिए महत्वपूर्ण है, यही इस श्लोक का संदेश है।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Shanti Parva underscores the critical role of food in sustaining life. It reflects on the consequences of its absence on various life forms.

Meaning

The shloka teaches that all living beings rely on food for survival, as it sustains fundamental elements like breath and fire, essential for life.

Application

In our daily lives, this verse reminds us of the importance of nourishment not just for ourselves, but for every living being, emphasizing responsible consumption.