Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – उपभॊक्तुं मनुष्येभ्यः शरशय्यागते हय अहम

Shloka (श्लोक)

उपभॊक्तुं मनुष्येभ्यः शरशय्यागते हय अहम
परतीक्षमाणस तिष्ठामि निवृत्तिं शशिसूर्ययॊः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Bhishma stated that he was not aiming to enjoy anything while lying on a bed of arrows.

Translations

English Translation

Bhishma declared, “I am not here to indulge myself in enjoying worldly pleasures amongst men, as I lie on this bed of arrows. Instead, my focus is to await the end of my journey with a calm acceptance akin to the ebb of day and night.”

हिंदी अनुवाद

भीष्म ने कहा, “मैं मनुष्यों के बीच भौतिक सुखों का आनंद लेने के लिए यहाँ नहीं हूँ, क्योंकि मैं इन तीरों के पलंग पर लेटा हूँ। इसके बजाय, मेरी कमीना यात्रा का अंत स्वागत करने पर ध्यान केंद्रित है, जैसे दिन और रात का अंत।”

Commentary

Context

This reflects on Bhishma’s current state of endurance and acceptance of destiny as he lays on the battlefield, signifying deep philosophical thoughts.

Meaning

His words speak to the inevitability of death and the importance of accepting circumstances with grace without seeking sensuous pleasures.

Application

This teaches us to remain focused on our duties and accept our fate with serenity, highlighting the strength found in endurance and acceptance.