Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अहॊ सिद्धार्थता तेषां येषां सन्तीह पानयः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अहॊ सिद्धार्थता तेषां येषां सन्तीह पानयः
पानिमद्भ्यः सपृहास्माकं यथा तव धनस्य वै

⚡ Quick Meaning

Alas, how significant is the attainment of those who possess such wealth as you do!

Translations

English Translation

This shloka laments the profound achievements of those who have wealth, highlighting the value of what they have acquired. It underscores a comparison between those with riches and those without.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन लोगों की गहन उपलब्धियों पर दुख व्यक्त करता है, जिन्होंने धन प्राप्त किया है, और दर्शाता है कि उन्होंने जो कुछ भी हासिल किया है उसका कितना महत्व है। यह धनवानों और निर्धनों के बीच एक तुलना को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

Contextually, it reflects on social dynamics related to wealth and the disparities it creates among individuals, drawing attention to the lessons one can learn from such observations.

Meaning

This shloka reminds us that wealth can open doors for experiences and wisdom obtained by few but should be tempered with humility and awareness of others.

Application

Recognizing the gift of wealth can encourage responsible stewardship and philosophical engagement with prosperity, prioritizing helping rather than hoarding.