Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अपध्वस्तॊ हय अवमतॊ दुःखं जीवति जीवितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अपध्वस्तॊ हय अवमतॊ दुःखं जीवति जीवितम
जीवितं यद अवक्षिप्तं यथैव मरणं तथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

A person who is downtrodden may live in a state of misery, akin to being near death.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka speaks to the condition of those who are marginalized or oppressed. It depicts their existence as highly painful and devoid of true life essence, suggesting that such a state is similar to the act of merely surviving without hope or purpose.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उत्पीड़ित या वंचित लोगों की स्थिति की बात करता है। यह उनके दर्दनाक जीवन को दर्शाता है, जिसमें असली जीवन की कोई भावना नहीं होती, और यह सुझाव देता है कि ऐसा जीवन केवल शुचिता की तरह है, जिसमें कोई आशा या उद्देश्य नहीं होता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse conveys the existential dilemmas faced by the marginalized, highlighting the dire need for upliftment and empowerment.

Meaning

The connotation is that a meaningful existence is more than mere survival; one must cultivate purpose, joy, and fulfillment.

Application

This encourages compassion and action towards the marginalized to elevate their quality of life and restore dignity and hope.