Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सदारॊ वाप्य अदारॊ वा आत्मवान संयतेन्द्रियः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सदारॊ वाप्य अदारॊ वा आत्मवान संयतेन्द्रियः
वानप्रस्थाश्रमं गच्छेत कृतकृत्यॊ गृहाश्रमात

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the qualities required for a person transitioning from Grihastha to Vanaprastha.

Translations

English Translation

It states that a person should either be attached or unattached and must possess self-control in order to successfully undertake the Vanaprastha stage, leaving behind all household responsibilities.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि एक व्यक्ति को या तो जुड़ा हुआ या अज्ञात होना चाहिए और वानप्रस्थ आश्रम में सफलतापूर्वक जाने के लिए आत्म-नियंत्रण रखना चाहिए, सभी गृहस्थ जिम्मेदारियों को पीछे छोड़कर।

Commentary

Context

This teaching from the Shanti Parva focuses on the essential qualities for transitioning to a more ascetic lifestyle from a household life.

Meaning

It emphasizes the necessity of self-mastery and detachment as one seeks to enter a path towards spiritual progression.

Application

This exhortation encourages individuals to evaluate their attachments and cultivate self-discipline as they prepare for a more spiritual lifestyle.