Mahabharata Shanti Parva – बान्धवाः कर्म वित्तं वा परज्ञा वेह पितामह
Shloka (श्लोक)
[युधिस्ठिर]बान्धवाः कर्म वित्तं वा परज्ञा वेह पितामह
नरस्य का परतिष्ठा सयाद एतत पृष्ठॊ वदस्व मे
⚡ Quick Meaning
Yudhishthira questions the nature of true stability in life.
Translations
English Translation
In this shloka, Yudhishthira asks Bhishma about the essence of stability for a human life. He ponders if it lies in wealth, work, or wisdom, seeking guidance to understand what truly anchors a man in the world.
हिंदी अनुवाद
इस श्लोक में युधिष्ठिर भीष्म से मानव जीवन में सच्ची स्थिरता की प्रकृति के बारे में प्रश्न करते हैं। वह सोचते हैं कि क्या धन, कार्य, या ज्ञान में स्थिरता निहित है, और जीवन में वास्तविक श्रेय के लिए मार्गदर्शन चाहते हैं।
Commentary
Context
This shloka is from the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, where Yudhishthira seeks counsel from Bhishma after the great war, reflecting on the transient nature of existence.
Meaning
The essence captured in this shloka seeks to highlight the deeper values of life beyond material gains. Yudhishthira emphasizes the role of wisdom in understanding one’s place in the world.
Application
In our modern lives, this shloka encourages introspection about what brings true stability and meaning. It urges us to seek wisdom and understanding rather than being solely driven by material pursuits.
