Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कथं भुक्त्वा सवयं भॊगान दत्त्वा दायांश च पुष्कलान

Shloka (श्लोक)

कथं भुक्त्वा सवयं भॊगान दत्त्वा दायांश च पुष्कलान
कृपणं वर्तयिष्यामि कृपणैः सह जीविकाम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the pride in one’s own possessions and the act of sharing them.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker contemplates upon the irony of enjoying prosperity while being unwilling to share their wealth with others, highlighting selfishness versus generosity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक समृद्धि का भोग करते समय बाँटने की unwillingness का तर्क करता है, जिससे स्वार्थ और उदारता के बीच का अंतर स्पष्ट होता है।

Commentary

Context

Set in a dialogue reflecting values of sharing and communal living amidst abundance, the speaker addresses moral dilemmas.

Meaning

This reflects deeper philosophical insights about the connection between individual wealth and collective responsibility.

Application

This encourages a mindset of generosity, ripe for application in today’s individualistic society.