Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तिष्ठन्त्य एते यथास्थानं नगा हय एकनिकेतनाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तिष्ठन्त्य एते यथास्थानं नगा हय एकनिकेतनाः
ततस तयजन्ति तत सथानं परातिलॊम्याद अचेतसः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse illustrates the steadfastness of creatures and their attachments to their places, despite changes in surroundings.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes how creatures remain in their respective places or habitats, showing loyalty and attachment, even when external conditions change or when they are compelled to behave differently.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि प्राणी अपने स्थान या निवास में कैसे स्थिर रहते हैं, loyalty और attachment दिखाते हुए, भले ही बाहरी परिस्थितियाँ बदलती हैं या उन्हें अलग तरीके से व्यवहार करने के लिए मजबूर किया जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is set against the backdrop of understanding nature’s rhythm and the intrinsic qualities of living beings within the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It highlights fidelity to one’s environment and the innate bond that creatures share with their surroundings.

Application

This teaches us the value of loyalty and grounding ourselves in our own environment, embracing our roots.