Mahabharata Shanti Parva – नASTि मैत्री सथिरा नाम न च धरुवम असौहृदम

Shloka (श्लोक)

नASTि मैत्री सथिरा नाम न च धरुवम असौहृदम
अर्थयुक्त्या हि जायन्ते मित्राणि रिपवस तथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

No friendship is stable without shared purpose, and enmity thrives on it.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka explains that there is no enduring friendship if it lacks a mutual cause, and enmity can also arise from shared interests. It highlights the significance of context in relationships.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह समझाता है कि अगर किसी मित्रता में आपसी कारण नहीं है, तो वह स्थायी नहीं हो सकती, और शत्रुत्व भी साझा लक्ष्यों से उत्पन्न हो सकता है। यह रिश्तों में संदर्भ की महत्ता को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

Located in the Shanti Parva, this shloka discusses the stability of human relationships based on shared values.

Meaning

It stresses that the foundation of any relationship must be based on common interests for it to be lasting.

Application

Focus on nurturing relationships where mutual goals are prioritized; this leads to harmony.