Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – दवारवत्यां यथा चासौ निविशन्त्यां समुद्धृतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

दवारवत्यां यथा चासौ निविशन्त्यां समुद्धृतः
मॊक्षहेतुर अभूत कृष्णस तद अप्य अवधृतं मया

⚡ Quick Meaning

Just like those who dwell in the city seek liberation, I have attained Krishna’s essence.

Translations

English Translation

This verse reflects the desire for liberation akin to those living in a busy city; it expresses the speaker’s connection to Krishna, emphasizing that understanding his essence is a path toward freedom.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन लोगों की मुक्ति की आकांक्षा को दर्शाता है जो एक व्यस्त शहर में रहते हैं; यह बोलने वाले के कृष्ण से संबंध को दर्शाता है, यह बताते हुए कि उनके सार को समझना मुक्ति के मार्ग का प्रतीक है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in Anushasana Parva, presenting the parallels between seekers in the material realm and those yearning for spiritual enlightenment through devotion.

Meaning

The essence lies in perceiving Krishna’s nature as intertwined with the pursuit of liberation, guiding souls toward a higher realization.

Application

Through devotion and understanding of divine qualities, one can find purpose amidst life’s chaos and achieve spiritual liberation.