Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स कदा चिन मृगाँल लिप्सुर नान्वविन्दत परयत्नवान

Shloka (श्लोक)

स कदा चिन मृगाँल लिप्सुर नान्वविन्दत परयत्नवान
अथापश्यत स पीतॊदं शवापदं घराणचक्षुषम

⚡ Quick Meaning

A determined hunter once sought deer but, instead, saw a happened death nearby, indicating his struggles.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka depicts a determined hunter who, despite his efforts to hunt deer, failed to find them. Instead, he stumbled upon a dead creature, leading to reflections on the challenges and unpredictability of life and pursuit.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक दृढ़ शिकारी का वर्णन करता है, जो अपने प्रयासों के बावजूद मृगों का शिकार नहीं कर पाता। इसके बजाय, वह एक मृत प्राणी पर ठोकर खाता है, जो जीवन और प्रयासों की चुनौतियों और अनिश्चितताओं पर विचार करने की प्रेरणा देता है।

Commentary

Context

The shloka addresses the themes of effort, failure, and the unexpected turns life can take during our endeavors.

Meaning

It signifies that our pursuits may not always yield the expected outcomes, reminding us to accept unforeseen situations.

Application

In personal and professional life, one should remain open to unexpected outcomes and learn from each experience, regardless of results.