Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न हय अहानि निवर्तन्ते न मासा न पुनः समाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हय अहानि निवर्तन्ते न मासा न पुनः समाः
जातानां सर्वभूतानां न पक्षा न पुनः कषपाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Days, months, and years do not return for any being that is born; they cannot change their course.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka conveys the idea that time, represented by days, months, and years, keeps moving forward and is irreversible for all living beings. Once a moment passes, it cannot be reclaimed, emphasizing the constant progression of time.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि समय, जो कि दिन, महीने और सालों के रूप में व्यक्त किया गया है, सभी जीवों के लिए आगे बढ़ता है और अपरिवर्तनीय है। एक बार जो क्षण बीत जाता है, उसे पुनः नहीं पाया जा सकता, जो समय की निरंतरता को रेखांकित करता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Shanti Parva, this verse underscores the importance of time management and the acceptance of inevitable life changes.

Meaning

The essence emphasizes the irreversible nature of time and urges individuals to value each moment as it cannot be repeated.

Application

This shloka inspires one to live in the present, making the most of each moment rather than lamenting the past or worrying about the future.