Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यावद दरव्यगुणस तावद परदीपः संप्रकाशते

Shloka (श्लोक)

यावद दरव्यगुणस तावद परदीपः संप्रकाशते
कषीणद्रव्यगुणं जयॊतिर अन्तर्धानाय गच्छति

⚡ Quick Meaning

The qualities of substances shine brightly like a lamp, but diminish with time, leading to obscurity.

Translations

English Translation

The brightness of a lamp signifies the qualities of materials; as these qualities diminish, the light wanes, leading to obscurity. This highlights the transient nature of material qualities and their impact on perception.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक दीपक की चमक उस सामग्री के गुणों को दर्शाती है; जैसे-जैसे ये गुण कम होते हैं, प्रकाश भी धुंधला होता है, जो अस्पष्टता की ओर ले जाता है। यह भौतिक गुणों की अस्थायी प्रकृति और उनके अनुभव पर प्रभाव को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the temporary nature of material qualities within the broader context of spiritual knowledge and understanding.

Meaning

The diminishing qualities remind us of the impermanence of worldly things and encourage a focus on the eternal.

Application

Understanding this shloka helps one to value the spiritual over the material, fostering deeper insights into life’s true purpose.