Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न राज्यहरणं दुःखं दयूते चापि पराजयः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न राज्यहरणं दुःखं दयूते चापि पराजयः
परव्राजनं सुतानां वा न मे तद्दुःखकारणम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Loss of state or defeat in gambling are not the reasons for my sorrow.

Translations

English Translation

This verse conveys that neither the loss of a kingdom nor the humiliation of defeat in dice games brings me sadness. It speaks to the deeper emotional and existential challenges that afflict individuals beyond surface losses.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि न तो राज्य की हानि और न ही जुआ में पराजय का मुझे दुःख है। यह व्यक्तियों पर आने वाले गहरे भावनात्मक और अस्तित्वगत चुनौतियों को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reveals the inner resilience of the speaker, indicating a focus on deeper emotional wellbeing rather than material loss.

Meaning

It signifies prioritizing internal strength and peace over external victories or losses in worldly affairs.

Application

In modern life, this can be a guiding principle to focus on what truly affects our inner peace, rather than getting caught up in materialistic concerns.