Mahabharata Stri Parva – अयं न बुध्यते तावद यम लॊकम अथागतम
Shloka (श्लोक)
अयं न बुध्यते तावद यम लॊकम अथागतम
यमदूतैर विकृष्यंश च मृत्युं कालेन गच्छति
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka reflects on the ignorance of individuals who do not recognize their impending death until it is too late.
Translations
English Translation
A person remains unaware of their approaching death until the messengers of Yama, the god of death, seize them and drag them into the realm of the departed. This shloka highlights human ignorance regarding mortality and the inevitability of fate.
हिंदी अनुवाद
एक व्यक्ति अपने निकट आ रही मृत्यु से तब तक अनभिज्ञ रहता है जब तक यमराज के दूत उसे पकड़कर मृतकों के लोक में नहीं ले जाते। यह श्लोक मानव अपनी मृत्यु पर जानने की अनभिज्ञता और भाग्य की अनिवार्यता को उजागर करता है।
Commentary
Context
Found in the Stri Parva, this shloka addresses the blindness of human beings towards the inevitability of death, demonstrating a common theme of acknowledgment of mortality.
Meaning
It emphasizes that while life can be engrossing, death is a reality that comes without warning, demanding awareness and reflection.
Application
By reflecting on mortality, individuals can cultivate a deeper appreciation for life and make choices aligned with their higher values and purpose.
