Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यस्य कषेत्राद अप्य उदकं कषेत्रम अन्यस्य गच्छति

Shloka (श्लोक)

यस्य कषेत्राद अप्य उदकं कषेत्रम अन्यस्य गच्छति
न तत्रानिच्छतस तस्य भिद्येरन सर्वसेतवः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates the importance of not losing one’s identity when surrounded by others.

Translations

English Translation

The verse conveys that if someone loses their identity in another’s environment or actions, they are at risk of being diminished, emphasizing the significance of self-preservation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि यदि कोई व्यक्ति किसी अन्य की गतिविधियों में खुद को खो देता है, तो वह कमजोर हो सकता है; यह आत्म-संरक्षण के महत्व को रेखांकित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This line from the Shanti Parva emphasizes the need to maintain one’s self and integrity, especially when faced with external influences.

Meaning

The wake-up call in this shloka is to recognize and preserve one’s identity, ensuring that external circumstances do not dictate one’s essence.

Application

In daily encounters, one should safeguard their values and beliefs, preventing external pressures from overshadowing their true self.