Mahabharata Shanti Parva – ततॊ लॊभाभिभूतात्मा सङ्गाद वर्धयते जनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततॊ लॊभाभिभूतात्मा सङ्गाद वर्धयते जनम
पुष्ट्य अर्थं चैव तस्येह जनस्यार्थं चिकीर्षति

⚡ Quick Meaning

Greed expands the connection to others, urging self-centered desires.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka suggests that when a person is overtaken by greed, they cultivate attachments to others primarily for personal gain, thus causing a detrimental cycle that enforces selfishness and materialistic pursuits.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जब व्यक्ति लिप्सा से अभिभूत होता है, तो वह दूसरों के साथ संबंध स्थापित करता है, मुख्य रूप से व्यक्तिगत लाभ के लिए, जिससे स्वार्थी और भौतिकवादी वृत्तियों का यह नकारात्मक चक्र बनता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse, found in the Shanti Parva, exposes the sad reality of relationships nurtured by greed.

Meaning

It highlights the toxic nature of attachments formed under the influence of greed, ultimately leading to a hollow existence.

Application

Fostering genuine relationships based on love and respect can counteract the effects of greed in our interactions with others.