Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – नित्यम एव सुखं सवर्गे सुखं दुःखम इहॊभयम

Shloka (श्लोक)

नित्यम एव सुखं सवर्गे सुखं दुःखम इहॊभयम
नरके दुःखम एवाहुः समं तु परमं पदम

⚡ Quick Meaning

In heaven, happiness is eternal, while suffering exists here on earth, yet it suggests that the ultimate state is beyond these dualities.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka differentiates the constant happiness in heaven from the dual experiences of happiness and suffering on Earth. It indicates that the ultimate reality transcends these experiences, guiding us toward a higher understanding of existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक स्वर्ग में निरंतर सुख का पृथक्करण करता है और पृथ्वी पर सुख और दुःख के द्वंद्व अनुभवों से। यह संकेत करता है कि सर्वोच्च वास्तविकता इन अनुभवों से परे है, हमें अस्तित्व की उच्चतर समझ की ओर मार्गदर्शन करता है।

Commentary

Context

This statement forms part of a broader discussion on the nature of happiness and suffering in life and the paths to attaining a worldly and otherworldly bliss.

Meaning

It underscores the temporal nature of earthly experiences and the permanence of spiritual fulfillment, inviting seekers to aspire for transcendent joy.

Application

This motivates individuals to recognize despite earthly suffering, the pursuit of spiritual awakening leads to everlasting happiness beyond worldly dualities.