Mahabharata Shanti Parva – पथ्यं भुक्त्वा नरॊ लॊभाद यॊ ऽनयद अश्नाति भॊजनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

पथ्यं भुक्त्वा नरॊ लॊभाद यॊ ऽनयद अश्नाति भॊजनम
परिणामम अविज्ञाय तद अन्तं तस्य जीवितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

One who consumes inappropriate food out of greed risks their life without realizing the consequences.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka warns that indulging in food that is not suitable due to greed can lead to dire consequences, likely cutting short one’s life, highlighting the importance of mindfulness in dietary choices.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक चेतावनी देता है कि जो लोग लालच में आकर अनुपयुक्त भोजन करते हैं, वे इसके परिणाम को समझे बिना अपनी जीवनावधि को खतरे में डालते हैं। यह सावधानीपूर्वक आहार चयन के महत्व को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

Located in the Shanti Parva, this shloka underscores the perils of greed in relation to one’s diet and its possible impact on longevity.

Meaning

The teaching is that not all food is beneficial, and consuming the wrong types under the influence of greed can lead to harmful outcomes.

Application

This encourages life choices that prioritize health and awareness over immediate gratification from food consumption.