Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दुःखं हि मृत्युर्भूतानां जीवितं च सुदुर्लभम

Shloka (श्लोक)

दुःखं हि मृत्युर्भूतानां जीवितं च सुदुर्लभम
अतॊ भीतः पलायामि गच्छेयं नासुखं सुखात

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects the rarity of life and the inevitability of death.

Translations

English Translation

Indeed, for all beings, death brings immense suffering, and life itself is very hard to obtain. Hence, being afraid, I shall flee from here because I do not wish to endure the pain.

हिंदी अनुवाद

सभी प्राणियों के लिए मृत्यु वास्तव में दुःख लाती है, और जीवन पाना बहुत कठिन है। इसलिए, भयभीत होकर, मैं यहां से भाग जाऊंगा क्योंकि मैं इस पीड़ा को सहन नहीं करना चाहता।

Commentary

Context

This verse contemplates the transient nature of life and the natural aversion to death experienced by all living entities.

Meaning

It suggests that life is precious and highlights the fear that motivates one to seek safety and avoid suffering.

Application

Recognizing the value of life encourages one to live meaningfully and promotes efforts to alleviate the suffering of others.