Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यथा मातरम आश्रित्य सर्वे जीवन्ति जन्तवः

Shloka (श्लोक)

यथा मातरम आश्रित्य सर्वे जीवन्ति जन्तवः
एवं गृहस्थम आश्रित्य वर्तन्त इतरे ऽऽशरमाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka metaphorically illustrates dependence on the householder for sustenance akin to reliance on a mother.

Translations

English Translation

This verse employs the analogy of life-giving sustenance from a mother to highlight the role of householder duties, indicating that just as all beings rely on a mother, others depend on the householder for their spiritual nurturing and support.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक उपमा का उपयोग करता है जिसमें मातृत्व से दी जाने वाली जीवनदायिनी पोषण की तरह गृहस्थ के कर्तव्यों पर निर्भरता को उजागर करता है, यह दर्शाता है कि जैसे सभी प्राणी एक माँ पर निर्भर होते हैं, वैसे ही अन्य लोग आध्यात्मिक पोषण और समर्थन के लिए गृहस्थ पर निर्भर होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in discussion about the roles of different paths within the community and the importance of householder life in spiritual evolution.

Meaning

The essence reflects the importance of householders for sustaining the spiritual and social fabric of society, ensuring mutual support in spiritual endeavors.

Application

This teaching encourages a recognition of the vital contributions of householders in the spiritual hierarchy and promotes harmony between different lifestyles.