Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – सर्पॊ ऽथार्जुनकं पराह शरुतं ते मृत्युभाषितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

[भ]सर्पॊ ऽथार्जुनकं पराह शरुतं ते मृत्युभाषितम
नानागसं मां पाशेन संतापयितुम अर्हसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses the inevitability of death and the futility of attempting to escape it.

Translations

English Translation

The snake spoke to Arjuna, saying that the words of death have reached him and that no diverse ties could bind him or cause him suffering. The futility of trying to escape death is emphasized here.

हिंदी अनुवाद

नाग ने अर्जुन से कहा कि मृत्यु के शब्द उसे सुनाई दिए हैं और कोई भी विविध बंधन उसे न तो रोक सकते हैं न ही दुःख पहुंचा सकते हैं। यहाँ मृत्यु से बचने की निरर्थकता पर जोर दिया गया है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is from Anushasana Parva, where the inevitability of death is discussed among various beings.

Meaning

It highlights that death is a universal truth and cannot be avoided by any means.

Application

Understanding this can help individuals accept death and lead a more meaningful life.