Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न चॊष्ट्रा न बलीवर्दा नाश्वाश्वतर गर्दभाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न चॊष्ट्रा न बलीवर्दा नाश्वाश्वतर गर्दभाः
युक्ता वहेयुर यानानि यदि दण्डॊ न पालयेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys that without discipline, even strong creatures and vehicles will be ineffective.

Translations

English Translation

Without proper authority and discipline, even the strongest of animals or vehicles cannot perform their duties. This emphasizes the need for adherence to rules for effective functioning.

हिंदी अनुवाद

सही प्राधिकरण और अनुशासन के बिना, सबसे मजबूत जानवर या वाहन भी अपने कर्तव्यों को निभाने में असमर्थ होते हैं। यह नियमों के पालन के महत्व पर प्रकाश डालता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in Shanti Parva, explaining the importance of discipline in managing resources and responsibilities.

Meaning

It stresses the crucial role of rules and supervision in achieving effective work and maintaining harmony.

Application

This quote serves as a reminder that proper order and rules are key to efficiency in all areas of life.