Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – हर्षेण बाध्यते शॊकॊ हर्षः शॊकेन बाध्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

हर्षेण बाध्यते शॊकॊ हर्षः शॊकेन बाध्यते
कश चिद दुःखे वर्तमानः सुखस्य समर्तुम इच्छति
कश चित सुखे वर्तमानॊ दुःखस्य समर्तुम इच्छति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates the interplay of joy and sorrow, highlighting the human tendency to experience both emotions and their impact on one another.

Translations

English Translation

This verse discusses how joy can bind an individual to sorrow and vice versa. It indicates that while one may wish to savor happiness when in sorrow, it is equally challenging to endure distress when one is experiencing joy.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि खुशी किसी व्यक्ति को शोक में बांध सकती है और इसके विपरीत भी। यह दर्शाता है कि जब कोई व्यक्ति दुःख में होता है, तब खुशी का अनुभव करना कठिन होता है, और स्थिति में बदलाव के दौरान दुःख को सहन करना कठिन होता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka arises from a conversation discussing the emotional complexities faced by individuals during challenging times.

Meaning

This verse provides insight into how our emotional states can fluctuate and how these states are interconnected.

Application

By being mindful of these emotions, one can learn to navigate through life’s ups and downs more effectively.