Mahabharata Shanti Parva – नेयं तव न चास्माकं न चान्येषां सथिरा मता

Shloka (श्लोक)

नेयं तव न चास्माकं न चान्येषां सथिरा मता
अतिक्रम्य बहून अन्यांस तवयि तावद इयं सथिता

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates the impermanence of worldly matters and the transient nature of life.

Translations

English Translation

Life’s stability is perceived differently by many but is ultimately fleeting. The focus of aspirations and life phases is transient; beyond this, only the Supreme remains unchanged amidst the chaos of existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जीवन का स्थिरता का अनुभव कई लोगों द्वारा भिन्न होता है, लेकिन यह अंततः क्षणिक है। आकांक्षाओं और जीवन के चरणों का ध्यान क्षणिक है; इसके परे, केवल परम अटल है, जो अस्तित्व के अराजकता के बीच अडिग है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated in the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, focusing on the philosophical reflections on life and reality.

Meaning

The essence of existence is portrayed as transient and subjective, emphasizing how perceptions shape one’s reality regarding worldly attachments.

Application

Understanding this teaching can promote detachment from the temporary and encourage a pursuit of the eternal in one’s life.