Mahabharata Shanti Parva – शब्दे सपर्शे च रूपे च गन्धेषु च रसेषु च

Shloka (श्लोक)

शब्दे सपर्शे च रूपे च गन्धेषु च रसेषु च
नॊपभॊगात परं किं चिद धनिनॊ वाधनस्य वा

⚡ Quick Meaning

Everything perceived through the senses is limited; thus, the wise never get caught in the attachment to material pleasures.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights that one should not become attached to the external pleasures derived from sound, touch, form, aroma, or taste. Beyond sensory enjoyment, true fulfillment is found through deeper understanding and purpose.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर जोर देता है कि किसी को ध्वनि, स्पर्श, रूप, सुगंध या स्वाद से मिलने वाले बाहरी सुखों से आसक्त नहीं होना चाहिए। संवेदनाओं के आनंद से परे, सच्ची संतोष की खोज गहरे समझ और उद्देश्य में है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka from the Shanti Parva addresses the transient nature of worldly pleasures and the essence of detachment.

Meaning

It teaches that reliance on sensory experiences for happiness is misguided; deeper satisfaction comes from spiritual growth.

Application

In daily life, one should strive for inner peace rather than chase fleeting pleasures that ultimately lead to sorrow.