Mahabharata Shanti Parva – संनिमज्जज जगद इदं गम्भीरे कालसागरे

Shloka (श्लोक)

संनिमज्जज जगद इदं गम्भीरे कालसागरे
जरामृत्युमहाग्राहे न कश चिद अवबुध्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This world is submerged in the deep ocean of time, and no one truly understands the grip of aging and death.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes how the world is metaphorically drowning in the vast ocean of time, emphasizing human ignorance regarding the inevitable realities of aging and mortality.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि यह संसार समय के विशाल महासागार में डूबा हुआ है, और मृत्यु और बुढ़ापे की वास्तविकताओं को लेकर मानव अज्ञानता पर प्रकाश डालता है।

Commentary

Context

Highlighted in the Shanti Parva, this shloka deals with the universal truths of existence that often go unacknowledged.

Meaning

It serves as a reminder to recognize and confront the harsh truths of life and its inevitable terminus.

Application

By acknowledging these aspects of life, individuals can cultivate a deeper appreciation for the present and strive for greater fulfilment.