Mahabharata Shanti Parva – दुःखम एवास्ति न सुखं तस्मात तद उपलभ्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

दुःखम एवास्ति न सुखं तस्मात तद उपलभ्यते
तृष्णार्ति परभवं दुःखं दुःखार्ति परभवं सुखम

⚡ Quick Meaning

There is suffering, but there is no happiness; hence, that should be understood.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the transient nature of happiness and the prevalence of suffering in life. It suggests that one should understand that suffering arises from desires and that it often overshadows happiness, making one aware of the inevitability of pain.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक जीवन में सुख की संक्षिप्तता और दुःख की प्रबलता को उजागर करता है। यह यह बताता है कि व्यक्ति को समझना चाहिए कि दुःख इच्छाओं से उत्पन्न होता है और अक्सर सुख को overshadow करता है, जिससे व्यक्ति दर्द की अनिवार्यता को समझ सके।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the context of understanding the duality of happiness and suffering within the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, teaching deeper insights into human emotions.

Meaning

The meaning relates to the philosophical understanding that happiness is fleeting, while suffering has a more constant presence, urging reflection on our desires and attachments.

Application

This shloka can be applied in daily life to foster acceptance of pain and recognize the temporary nature of joyful moments, leading to a more balanced emotional state.