Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यथा सवं वान्तम अश्नाति शवा वै नित्यम अभूतये

Shloka (श्लोक)

यथा सवं वान्तम अश्नाति शवा वै नित्यम अभूतये
एवं ते वान्तम अश्नन्ति सववीर्यस्यॊपजीवनात

⚡ Quick Meaning

All creatures consume what they need in life.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates the natural instinct of all beings to consume for sustenance in their ongoing existence. It emphasizes the cycle of life where creatures, through their inherent nature, gather resources necessary for survival and stability.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सभी जीवों की स्वाभाविक प्रवृत्ति को प्रदर्शित करता है कि वे अपने अस्तित्व के लिए आवश्यक वस्तुओं का उपभोग करते हैं। यह जीवन के चक्र को उजागर करता है, जहां जीव अपने स्वाभाविक स्वभाव से जीवन के लिए आवश्यक संसाधनों का संग्रह करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka belongs to Udyoga Parva, a section of the Mahabharata focusing on preparation and motivation before the great war.

Meaning

The essence of this verse is to reflect on how every living entity balances its needs against the resources available in nature.

Application

We can apply this wisdom in our lives by ensuring that we consume responsibly and understand our role in the ecological cycle.