Mahabharata Shanti Parva – दिवसे दिवसे नाम रात्रौ रात्रौ सदा सदा

Shloka (श्लोक)

दिवसे दिवसे नाम रात्रौ रात्रौ सदा सदा
भॊक्तव्यम इति यः खिन्नॊ दॊषबुद्धिः स उच्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those who are consumed by greed, day and night, are said to be afflicted by materialistic tendencies.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes how the constant desire for more—day and night—leads to sorrow and recognizes the person with a greedy mindset as one who is disturbed and lacks true fulfillment.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह व्यक्त करता है कि दिन-रात और अधिक का निरंतर लालच दुख की ओर ले जाता है और लालची मानसिकता वाले व्यक्ति को परेशान और सच्ची संतोष की कमी वाला माना जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This passage explores the detrimental effects of greed, a recurrent theme in the Shanti Parva’s philosophical discussions.

Meaning

It emphasizes the notion that an insatiable desire for material possessions only brings suffering and unrest.

Application

Practicing gratitude and contentment can help mitigate feelings of greed and promote inner peace and happiness.