Mahabharata Shanti Parva – परानान धारयते हय अग्निः स जीव उपधार्यताम

Shloka (श्लोक)

परानान धारयते हय अग्निः स जीव उपधार्यताम
वायुसंधारणॊ हय अग्निर नश्यत्य उच्छ्वासनिग्रहात

⚡ Quick Meaning

Life is sustained by the fire of life and the wind; if they lose their balance, life cannot survive.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka explains that the vital force is maintained by the interplay of fire and air. If this balance is disrupted, life ceases to exist. It indicates the importance of these elemental forces in sustaining life in all beings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जीवन की शक्ति अग्नि और वायु की संतुलन द्वारा बनाए रखी जाती है। यदि यह संतुलन बिगड़ जाता है, तो जीवन समाप्त हो जाता है। यह तत्वों के महत्व को जीवन को बनाए रखने में दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the Shanti Parva, which covers themes of peace and the significance of understanding life forces during discussions of death and rebirth.

Meaning

The profound message highlights the interconnectedness of life with elemental forces and their roles, asserting that disruption in these energies leads to the end of existence.

Application

In our lives, maintaining balance—like that of fire and wind—is crucial for harmony. Understanding this can help us appreciate the delicate nature of life.