Mahabharata Shanti Parva – शरीरवान उपादत्ते मॊहात सर्वपरिग्रहान

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरीरवान उपादत्ते मॊहात सर्वपरिग्रहान
कामक्रॊधादिभिर भावैर युक्तॊ राजस तामसैः

⚡ Quick Meaning

One’s nature can lead to being absorbed in desires and attachments.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka explains how the physical body and the inherent tendencies of desire, anger, and attachment are responsible for the disturbances in one’s mental state. A person who is influenced by these traits is led astray from the right path, showcasing the significance of self-awareness in one’s actions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक समझाता है कि शारीरिक अस्तित्व और इच्छा, क्रोध और लगाव जैसी प्रवृत्तियाँ मानसिक स्थिति में व्यवधान उत्पन्न करती हैं। यह दर्शाता है कि इन गुणों से प्रभावित व्यक्ति सही मार्ग से भटक जाता है, इसलिए आत्म-जागृति की आवश्यकता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse comes from the Shanti Parva, where Yudhishthira speaks on the moral and ethical dilemmas that arise from human nature.

Meaning

The principle highlighted suggests that one’s attachments and emotions can cloud judgment, leading to morally ambiguous decisions.

Application

This shloka encourages individuals to reflect on their attachments and emotions and strive for clarity in their decision-making.