Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यस तु भॊगान परित्यज्य शरीरेण तपश चरेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

यस तु भॊगान परित्यज्य शरीरेण तपश चरेत
न तेन किं चिन न पराप्तं तन मे बहुमतं फलम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes abandoning pleasures to attain the highest spiritual fruits through ascetic practices.

Translations

English Translation

The verse suggests that one who forsakes worldly pleasures and engages in ascetic practices with their body will not gain any results, making the effort commendable despite lacking tangible rewards.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो व्यक्ति भौतिक सुखों को छोड़ने और अपने शरीर से तप करता है, वह कोई परिणाम नहीं पाएगा, फिर भी यह प्रयास सराहनीय है, भले ही परिणाम भौतिक न हो।

Commentary

Context

This teaching arises in discussions about sacrifice and the inner fulfillment derived from renunciation in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It highlights the idea that true success lies not in visible outcomes but in the commitment to spiritual growth.

Application

This encourages individuals to focus on their spiritual journey rather than material gains, fostering a deeper connection to their inner selves.