Mahabharata Shanti Parva – देवतातिथिभिश चैव पितृभिश चैव पार्थिव

Shloka (श्लोक)

देवतातिथिभिश चैव पितृभिश चैव पार्थिव
सर्वैर एतैः परित्यक्तः परिव्रजसि निष्क्रियः

⚡ Quick Meaning

One must abandon all relationships and sense of duty to seek true liberation.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes that, just like divine beings and ancestors, a king or a ruler should also transcend worldly attachments. By doing so, one can achieve the ultimate state of non-action and liberation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि, जैसे देवता और पूर्वज, एक राजा या शासक को भी सांसारिक संबंधों से परे जाना चाहिए। ऐसा करने से, कोई निष्क्रियता और मुक्ति की अंतिम स्थिति को प्राप्त कर सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the Shanti Parva, where the discussion revolves around detachment from materialistic ties for spiritual progress.

Meaning

It suggests that true liberation requires the abandonment of all worldly connections and obligations, emphasizing the need for inner freedom.

Application

This teaches us to cultivate inner peace by letting go of excessive attachments, guiding us towards spiritual enlightenment.