Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – राजानॊ भरतश्रेष्ठ भॊक्तुकामा वसुंधराम

Shloka (श्लोक)

राजानॊ भरतश्रेष्ठ भॊक्तुकामा वसुंधराम
न चापि तृप्तिः कामानां विद्यते चेह कस्य चित

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses the insatiable desires of rulers towards the wealth of the earth.

Translations

English Translation

The verse elucidates how even the greatest kings of Bharata are forever eager to consume the earth’s resources, signifying that no one ever feels truly satisfied with their desires.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि भारत के सबसे बड़े राजा भी पृथ्वी के संसाधनों का भोग करने के लिए हमेशा लालायित रहते हैं, यह बताता है कि कोई भी अपनी इच्छाओं से कभी संतुष्ट नहीं होता।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the unending pursuit of material wealth by rulers, as narrated in the Bhishma Parva.

Meaning

The expression of relentless desire portrays the universal truth of human nature regarding materialism.

Application

Awareness of this insatiability can encourage mindful living and the pursuit of spiritual rather than material happiness.