Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – लब्ध्वापि पृथिवीं सर्वां सहस्थावरजङ्गमाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

लब्ध्वापि पृथिवीं सर्वां सहस्थावरजङ्गमाम
ममत्वं यस्य नैव सयात किं तया स करिष्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka addresses the futility of possessiveness over the universe.

Translations

English Translation

In this verse, it is illustrated that even if one attains the entire world and all its creatures, the perception of ownership leads to bondage, thus questioning the true essence of what can be possessed.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में बताया गया है कि अगर कोई समस्त विश्व और इसके प्राणियों को भी प्राप्त कर ले, तो भी स्वामित्व की धारणा बंधन का कारण बनती है, इसलिए यह सवाल उठाता है कि वास्तव में क्या हासिल किया जा सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka forms part of the discourse that evaluates materialistic desires and true contentment.

Meaning

True freedom arises from relinquishing the concept of ownership, leading to a more liberated existence.

Application

Practicing non-attachment can help individuals foster relationships and experiences rather than possessions.