Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ईहमानॊ धनं मङ्किर भग्नेहश च पुनः पुनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ईहमानॊ धनं मङ्किर भग्नेहश च पुनः पुनः
केन चिद धनशेषेण करीतवान दम्य गॊयुगम

⚡ Quick Meaning

A person continuously driven by desire will strive for wealth again and again.

Translations

English Translation

A person full of desire will seek out wealth repeatedly, often leading to the acquisition of herds of cattle by any means necessary, illustrating the relentless pursuit of material gain.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति इच्छा से भरा होता है, वह बार-बार धन की खोज करेगा, अक्सर किसी भी आवश्यक साधनों से गायों का समूह प्राप्त करेगा, जो भौतिक संपत्ति की निरंतर खोज को स्पष्ट करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects on the relentless nature of desire and material pursuit, demonstrating a cycle of acquisition.

Meaning

The core message conveys the futility of desire-driven pursuits which often lead to dissatisfaction despite material gain.

Application

Acknowledging these patterns can help individuals cultivate mindfulness in their pursuits of wealth.