Shloka (श्लोक)
[युधिस्थिर]ईहमानः समारम्भान यदि नासादयेद धनम
धनतृष्णाभिभूतश च किं कुर्वन सुखम आप्नुयात
⚡ Quick Meaning
One should not let the desire for wealth lead to unhappiness.
Translations
English Translation
If a person, driven by greed for wealth, takes no steps towards it, what can they accomplish? Those overwhelmed by the desire for riches find it hard to attain genuine happiness.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यदि कोई व्यक्ति धन के लिए लालसा से प्रभावित होकर उसके प्रति कोई कदम नहीं उठाता है, तो वह क्या प्राप्त करेगा? धन की तृष्णा से अभिभूत लोग वास्तविक सुख को पाना कठिन समझते हैं।
Commentary
Context
This shloka emphasizes the futility of greed and the importance of taking action towards worthwhile goals, as penned by Yudhishthira in the Shanti Parva.
Meaning
The essence here is that mere desire without action will not yield positive results; true contentment stems from balanced pursuits.
Application
One should actively pursue their goals while keeping desires in check to maintain peace and happiness in life.
