Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – संपन्नतरम एवान्नं दरिद्रा भुञ्जते सदा

Shloka (श्लोक)

संपन्नतरम एवान्नं दरिद्रा भुञ्जते सदा
कषुत सवादुतां जनयति सा चाढ्येषु सुदुर्लभा

⚡ Quick Meaning

The affluent enjoy food, while the poor constantly face hunger, making delicious food rare for the needy.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka expresses the reality that the wealthy have abundant access to food, while the impoverished are perpetually hungry. The enticing taste of food is a luxury that the poor find hard to experience.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह दर्शाता है कि धनवान लोगों को भोजन की प्रचुरता है, जबकि गरीब लोगों को हमेशा भूख का सामना करना पड़ता है। स्वादिष्ट भोजन का अनुभव गरीब के लिए एक लग्जरी है।

Commentary

Context

It appears in the Udyoga Parva, underlining the struggles of the disadvantaged in accessing basic necessities.

Meaning

The verse emphasizes the stark contrasts between the lives of the wealthy and the poor, revealing deeper truths about society.

Application

This teaches us to be conscious of food security issues and motivates us to contribute towards alleviating hunger.