Mahabharata Shanti Parva – शीतम उष्णं तथा वर्षं कालेन परिवर्तते

Shloka (श्लोक)

शीतम उष्णं तथा वर्षं कालेन परिवर्तते
एवम एव मनुष्याणां सुखदुःखे नरर्षभ

⚡ Quick Meaning

Just as cold and heat change with the seasons, so do the pleasures and pains of human beings.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka draws a parallel between the changing seasons that bring varying temperatures and the fluctuations of human emotions and circumstances, indicating the natural ebb and flow of joy and sorrow in life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन बदलती मौसमी स्थितियों के बीच एक समानांतर खींचता है जो विभिन्न तापमान लाते हैं और मानव भावनाओं और परिस्थितियों के उतार-चढ़ाव को इंगित करता है, यह जीवन में खुशी और दुःख के स्वाभाविक उतार-चढ़ाव को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Shanti Parva underscores the inevitability of change in human experience and emotions, highlighting acceptance of life’s dualities.

Meaning

It emphasizes that just as seasons bring cold and warmth, emotions too are transient; understanding this can foster resilience.

Application

Recognizing the transient nature of happiness and sorrow can encourage individuals to seek balance in their lives and cultivate equanimity.