Mahabharata Vana Parva – स भूयॊ चिन्तयाम आस न नयाय्यं कषुभितो ऽसमि यत

Shloka (श्लोक)

स भूयॊ चिन्तयाम आस न नयाय्यं कषुभितो ऽसमि यत
साध्वीः पत्नीर दविजेन्द्राणाम अकामाः कामयाम्य अहम

⚡ Quick Meaning

He reflected that he should not desire what should not be desired.

Translations

English Translation

Realizing that he should not yearn for unworthy thoughts, he restrained himself, recognizing the path of virtuous living where desires of the learned ones’ wives should be set aside in pursuit of higher ideals.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह समझते हुए कि उसे अनुचित इच्छाओं का पालन नहीं करना चाहिए, उसने खुद को रोक लिया। यह महान व्यक्तियों की पत्नियों के प्रति इच्छाओं को छोड़ने की दिशा में सदाचारपूर्ण जीवन की राह को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka captures the internal struggle between desire and virtue, a significant theme in Vana Parva.

Meaning

It emphasizes the need for self-control and the pursuit of righteousness over base desires.

Application

This inspires us to cultivate self-discipline and prioritize our higher moral values in our lives.