Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तयक्तैर दरव्यैर यॊ भवति नॊपयुङ्क्ते च कामतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तयक्तैर दरव्यैर यॊ भवति नॊपयुङ्क्ते च कामतः
न च कर्मसु तद धीनः शिष्यबुद्धिर नरॊ यथा
सर्वैर एव गुणैर युक्तॊ दरव्यवान अपि यॊ भवेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

A wise person is not attached to material possessions or desires for benefits.

Translations

English Translation

In this shloka, it is stated that a wise person who can relinquish material possessions does not cling to desires. Such a person, regardless of their worldly possessions, is endowed with virtues and remains sound in judgment.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में कहा गया है कि एक ज्ञानी व्यक्ति जो भौतिक संपत्ति को छोड़ सकता है, इच्छाओं के प्रति आसक्त नहीं होता। ऐसा व्यक्ति, चाहे उसके पास कितनी भी भौतिक संपत्ति हो, गुणों से सम्पन्न दिखाई देता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse reflects the value of detachment from material wealth discussed in the Udyoga Parva.

Meaning

It illustrates that true wisdom is reflected through one’s ability to prioritize virtues over material gains.

Application

This teaches us to cultivate a mindset where personal value isn’t derived solely from possessions but from qualities and wisdom.