Mahabharata Virata Parva – अनित्या किल मर्त्यानाम अर्थसिद्धिर जयाजयौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

अनित्या किल मर्त्यानाम अर्थसिद्धिर जयाजयौ
इति कृत्वा परतीक्षामि भर्तॄणाम उदयं पुनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka comments on the transient nature of human achievements and the inevitability of victory and defeat.

Translations

English Translation

This verse conveys that human life is indeed ephemeral and that the success and failures are transient. The speaker expresses the hope for the revival of affluence and success in the future, illustrating the cyclical nature of life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह व्यक्त करता है कि मानव जीवन वास्तव में क्षणिक है और सफलताएँ और असफलताएँ अस्थायी होती हैं। वक्ता भविष्य में सम्पन्नता और सफलता के पुनर्जीवन की आशा व्यक्त करता है, जो जीवन के चक्रीय स्वभाव को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Virata Parva, reflecting on the philosophical aspects of life during a time of great personal crisis for important characters.

Meaning

It signifies that life’s ups and downs are part of a natural cycle, reminding us to maintain hope amidst adversity.

Application

This offers a valuable lesson in resilience, encouraging us to remain optimistic and patient as life continuously evolves.