Mahabharata Shanti Parva – स मॊक्षम अनुचिन्त्यैव शुकः पितरम अभ्यगात

Shloka (श्लोक)

भी
स मॊक्षम अनुचिन्त्यैव शुकः पितरम अभ्यगात
पराहाभिवाद्य च गुरुं शरेयॊ ऽरथी विनयान्वितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka speaks about the importance of seeking liberation with humility and respect.

Translations

English Translation

Upon contemplating liberation, the wise bird Shuka approached his father and, with great humility, addressed his teacher, expressing his earnest desire for the highest truth and knowledge, which leads to liberation from the cycle of life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

मोक्ष की कल्पना करते हुए, बुद्धिमान पक्षी शुक ने अपने पिता के पास जाकर, विनम्रता के साथ अपने गुरु को संबोधित किया और सर्वोच्च सत्य और ज्ञान की गहन इच्छा व्यक्त की, जो जीवन के चक्र से उबरने का मार्ग दिखाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Shanti Parva, where Shuka seeks guidance on the path of liberation from his respected elders.

Meaning

The emphasis is on the need for earnestness and respect in the pursuit of spiritual wisdom and liberation.

Application

One should approach their quest for knowledge and spiritual insight with humility, seeking counsel from those more knowledgeable.