Mahabharata Shanti Parva – कामकामी लभेत कामं दीर्घम आयुर अवाप्नुयात

Shloka (श्लोक)

कामकामी लभेत कामं दीर्घम आयुर अवाप्नुयात
बराह्मणः सर्ववेदी सयात कषत्रियॊ विजयी भवेत
वैश्यॊ विपुललाभः सयाच छूद्रः सुखम अवाप्नुयात

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those who desire will achieve their desires and attain long life; the Brahmin becomes omniscient, the Kshatriya victorious, the Vaishya gains wealth, and the Shudra experiences happiness.

Translations

English Translation

This verse emphasizes that anyone with desires can fulfill them and enjoy a long life. It highlights the destinies of various societal roles—the Brahmin achieves vast wisdom, the warrior triumphs, the merchant is prosperous, and the laborer experiences joy.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि इच्छाओं वाले लोग अपनी इच्छाओं को पूरा कर सकते हैं और एक लंबी उम्र का आनंद ले सकते हैं। यह विभिन्न समाजों की भूमिकाओं के भविष्य का वर्णन करता है- ब्राह्मण विशाल ज्ञान प्राप्त करता है, क्षत्रिय विजयी होता है, वैश्य समृद्धि प्राप्त करता है और शूद्र सुख का अनुभव करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka comes from the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, which discusses the importance of desires and life’s fulfillment through virtue.

Meaning

It signifies that desires are fundamental to human experience and can lead individuals to their true potential based on their societal roles.

Application

Understanding this can inspire individuals to pursue their goals and recognize the unique roles they play in society, emphasizing the harmony of aspirations.