Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शतायुर उक्तः पुरुषः सर्ववेदेषु वै यदा

Shloka (श्लोक)

शतायुर उक्तः पुरुषः सर्ववेदेषु वै यदा
नाप्नॊत्य अथ च तत सर्वम आयुः केनेह हेतुना

⚡ Quick Meaning

Longevity is questioned when one does not achieve knowledge despite a long life.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka philosophically discusses the value of life, stating that even if one lives a hundred years, such a life is meaningless without the acquisition of knowledge and wisdom, emphasizing the connection between living a long life and achieving true understanding.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक जीवन के मूल्य पर चर्चा करता है, यह कहते हुए कि यदि कोई शतायु हो, तो भी उसका जीवन ज्ञान और बुद्धिमत्ता के बिना निरर्थक है, जो दीर्घकालिक जीवन और सच्चे ज्ञान की प्राप्ति के बीच संबंध को रेखांकित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This thought appears in the Udyoga Parva, reflecting the philosophical underpinnings of time and knowledge in the epic.

Meaning

It conveys that acquiring knowledge is paramount to truly living, regardless of the span of life one may have.

Application

The message encourages individuals to prioritize education and wisdom, making the most of their time on earth.