Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – भुक्त्वा तान अपि सक्तून स नैव तुष्टॊ बभूव ह

Shloka (श्लोक)

भुक्त्वा तान अपि सक्तून स नैव तुष्टॊ बभूव ह
उञ्छवृत्तिस तु सव्रीडॊ बभूव दविजसत्तमः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys a sense of dissatisfaction despite having received offerings.

Translations

English Translation

Despite receiving these powers, the speaker remained unsatisfied, indicating an inner struggle or yearning. The speaker’s spirit was not fulfilled by mere offerings, reflecting on deeper emotional or spiritual needs beyond material gains.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इन शक्तियों को प्राप्त करने के बावजूद, वक्ता असंतुष्ट ही रहा, जो एक आंतरिक संघर्ष या आकांक्षा को दर्शाता है। वक्ता की आत्मा केवल भौतिक प्राप्तियों से संतुष्ट नहीं हुई, जिनका संकेत गहरे भावनात्मक या आध्यात्मिक आवश्यकताओं की ओर है।

Commentary

Context

This verse reflects a scenario of giving offerings that may not meet the spiritual aspirations of the receiver, common in ritual contexts.

Meaning

It reveals that true satisfaction comes from fulfilling inner spiritual needs rather than through materialistic offerings.

Application

The shloka encourages readers to look beyond material wealth and strive for deeper spiritual fulfillment that brings true happiness.