Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कुतः पुष्टानि मित्राणि कुतॊ ऽरथाः संचयः कुतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कुतः पुष्टानि मित्राणि कुतॊ ऽरथाः संचयः कुतः
हयानां चन्द्र शुभ्राणां शतान्य अष्टौ कुतॊ मम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the sources of prosperity and companionship.

Translations

English Translation

The verse reflects the speaker’s confusion and dissatisfaction about the presence of friends and wealth, pondering over their existence and questioning where all these good things come from, underscoring a sense of disillusionment.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक वक्ता की मित्रता और संपत्ति की मौजूदगी पर प्रश्न उठाता है, यह सोचते हुए कि ये सभी अच्छाईयाँ कहाँ से आती हैं, और एक निराशा की भावना को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is found within the Udyoga Parva, capturing the character’s moment of doubt and introspection regarding the nature of relationships and material wealth.

Meaning

It highlights feelings of insecurity regarding one’s place in the world, emphasizing the uncertainty of prosperity and friendships.

Application

This shloka encourages a self-reflection on the values of true friendship and the ephemeral nature of material gains.