Mahabharata Shanti Parva – नृपेणाहूयमानस्य यत तिष्ठति भयं हृदि

Shloka (श्लोक)

नृपेणाहूयमानस्य यत तिष्ठति भयं हृदि
न तत तिष्ठति तुष्टानां वने मूलफलाशिनाम

⚡ Quick Meaning

What causes fear in a king’s heart does not affect those content in the forest.

Translations

English Translation

This verse draws a contrast between the fears of a ruler and the contentment of forest-dwellers. It suggests that the burdens of power create unease, unlike the simple existence of those who find joy in nature’s bounty.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक राजा के भय और वन में संतुष्ट रहने वाले व्यक्तियों की शांति के बीच का अंतर बताता है। यह इंगित करता है कि सत्ता के बोझ से उपजने वाला भय, प्रकृति में आनन्दित रहने वालों पर प्रभाव नहीं डालता।

Commentary

Context

In the context of Shanti Parva, this verse highlights the wisdom of renunciation as opposed to the stress of ruling.

Meaning

This shloka conveys that true happiness comes from within and is not dependent on social status or power.

Application

It reminds us to seek contentment in simplicity rather than succumbing to the fears induced by power and responsibility.