Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 7699
Shloka (श्लोक)
परॊक्षितानां परमृष्टानां राज्ञां पशुपतेर गृहे
पशूनाम इव का परीतिर जीविते भरतर्षभ
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka questions the joy of kings in their homes, comparing them to cattle.
📖 Translations
English Translation
The verse contemplates the happiness of kings who are well-protected and cared for in their palaces, akin to cattle that thrive under protection, probing the essence of true fulfillment in life.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक उन राजाओं की खुशी पर विचार करता है जो अपने महलों में अच्छी सुरक्षा और देखभाल में हैं, जो कि उस मवेशियों के समान हैं जो सुरक्षा में पनपते हैं, जीवन में सच्ची संतोष की तत्व की जांच करता है।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
The context discusses the existence of kings in a state of false security, paralleling the condition of domestic animals.
🧘 Meaning
This shloka signifies the superficial nature of joy derived from security without achieving a higher purpose.
🌟 Application
Understanding that material security does not equate to true happiness can motivate one to seek deeper fulfillment in life.
