Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यत पृथिव्यां वरीहि यवं हिरण्यं पशवः सत्रियः

Shloka (श्लोक)

यत पृथिव्यां वरीहि यवं हिरण्यं पशवः सत्रियः
नालम एकस्य तत सर्वम इति पश्यन न मुह्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

The passage deals with the holistic view of wealth and its relativity.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka suggests that all forms of wealth—grains, gold, cattle, and women—are transient and that no one can claim true possession over them. It reflects the impermanence of material gains.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह सुझाव देता है कि सभी प्रकार की संपत्ति—धान, सोना, पशु, और स्त्रियाँ—क्षणिक हैं और कोई भी उन पर वास्तविक स्वामित्व का दावा नहीं कर सकता। यह भौतिक लाभों की अस्थिरता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This teaching in the Udyoga Parva emphasizes the philosophical understanding of material wealth.

Meaning

It presents a perspective encouraging detachment from material possessions, promoting a focus on more enduring values.

Application

The verse inspires individuals to cultivate a mindset of relativity towards material gains, emphasizing spiritual growth over material attachment.