Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यद्य ऊष्म भाव आग्नेयॊ वह्निना पच्यते यदि

Shloka (श्लोक)

यद्य ऊष्म भाव आग्नेयॊ वह्निना पच्यते यदि
अग्निर जरयते चैव तस्माज जीवॊ निरर्थकः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse illustrates that life is rendered futile when subjected to external destructive forces.

Translations

English Translation

If life is merely heated and cooked by the fire without any intrinsic value, it reflects that existence is purposeless. The destructive process only emphasizes a life devoid of meaning.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यदि जीवन केवल आग द्वारा पकाया जा रहा है, बिना किसी अंतर्निहित मूल्य के, तो यह दर्शाता है कि जीवन का कोई अर्थ नहीं है। यह विध्वंसकारी प्रक्रिया जीवन को अर्थहीन बनाती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka discusses the existential plight of beings subjected to continuous pressures that strip them of deeper significance in life.

Meaning

It emphasizes the necessity of intrinsic purpose and meaning, rather than merely surviving through external forces.

Application

Fostering inner resilience and seeking a life of purpose can contrast our experiences from mere survival to meaningful existence.