Mahabharata Shalya Parva – देवार्हा मानुषा भॊगाः पराप्ता असुलभा नृपैः

Shloka (श्लोक)

देवार्हा मानुषा भॊगाः पराप्ता असुलभा नृपैः
ऐश्वर्यं चॊत्तमं पराप्तं कॊ नु सवन्ततरॊ मया

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the rarity of divine enjoyment achieved through virtues and achievements.

Translations

English Translation

It elaborates on the blessings that are rare for humans obtained through righteousness. It questions who among mortals is as fortunate as the speaker, who has acquired supreme prosperity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन आशीर्वादों के बारे में बताता है जो गुणों और उपलब्धियों के माध्यम से मनुष्यों के लिए दुर्लभ होते हैं। यह प्रश्न करता है कि कौन सा मनुष्य बोलने वाले के रूप में उतनी महानता को प्राप्त कर सका है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set within the Shalya Parva, where characters reflect on the divine and human experiences during the epic’s events.

Meaning

It signifies the profound nature of blessings that seem difficult to achieve in human life, accentuating the value of virtue.

Application

One can leverage this understanding of rarity in virtues to inspire themselves to achieve unattainable goals through hard work and righteousness.