Mahabharata Shanti Parva – नेमे मृगाः सवर्गजितॊ न वराहा न पक्षिणः

Shloka (श्लोक)

नेमे मृगाः सवर्गजितॊ न वराहा न पक्षिणः
अथैतेन परकारेण पुण्यम आहुर न ताञ जनाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Some beings do not achieve heaven, and by this means, people do not attain merit.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes that not all creatures, such as animals and birds, achieve the heavenly realms. It highlights the importance of actions leading to merit and suggests that certain beings may not be as fortunate as others in spiritual attainment.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर जोर देता है कि सभी प्राणी, जैसे कि जानवर और पक्षी, स्वर्ग को प्राप्त नहीं करते। यह पुण्य के कार्यों के महत्व को उजागर करता है और सुझाव देता है कि कुछ प्राणियों को आध्यात्मिक उपलब्धियों में दूसरों के मुकाबले कम भाग्यशाली हो सकते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the Shanti Parva, which focuses on peace and the moral duties of individuals and their spiritual pursuits.

Meaning

The verse reminds us that spiritual attainment is not guaranteed for all life forms and that merit plays a critical role in one’s journey toward higher realms.

Application

By performing righteous actions and seeking merit, we can aim for spiritual progress, respecting the diversity of existence and the paths of various beings.