Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सह वासं न यास्यामि कालम एतद धि वञ्चनात

Shloka (श्लोक)

सह वासं न यास्यामि कालम एतद धि वञ्चनात
वञ्चितॊ ऽसम्य अनया यद धि निर्विकारॊ विकारया

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses a commitment to remain steadfast despite being deceived by time.

Translations

English Translation

I will not move from my place because this time has been deceptive. I have been misled, for I am essentially unchanging, yet I experience this transformation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

मैं अपनी जगह से नहीं हिलूँगा क्योंकि यह समय छलिया है। मैं भुलावे में पड़ा हूँ, क्योंकि मैं मूलतः अपरिवर्तनीय हूँ, फिर भी मैं इस परिवर्तन का अनुभव कर रहा हूँ।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects a person’s determination to remain firm amidst the uncertainties posed by time.

Meaning

It signifies the struggle between the inner unchanging self and external changes.

Application

Practicing discernment helps in identifying illusions and maintaining one’s core values.