Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सूच्या सूत्रं यथा वस्त्रे संसारयति वायकः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सूच्या सूत्रं यथा वस्त्रे संसारयति वायकः
तद्वत संसारसूत्रं हि तृष्णा सूच्या निबध्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

Just as a thread interweaves fabric, desires entangle the cycle of existence.

Translations

English Translation

This verse illustrates that just as threads interlace to form fabric, desires bind individuals to the cycle of life, emphasizing how attachment leads to continued existence in samsara.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात को स्पष्ट करता है कि जैसे तंतु कपड़े को जोड़ते हैं, इच्छाएँ भी मनुष्य को जन्मों के चक्र में बांध देती हैं।

Commentary

Context

The analogy of threading emphasizes the intricate connections between desires and the cycle of existence.

Meaning

It signifies that unless one liberates themselves from desires, they remain trapped in reincarnation.

Application

Recognizing the binding nature of desires encourages individuals to seek freedom and enlightenment beyond the cyclic existence.