Mahabharata Shanti Parva – चतुर्णां मध्यमौ शरेष्ठौ नित्यं शङ्क्यौ तथापरौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

चतुर्णां मध्यमौ शरेष्ठौ नित्यं शङ्क्यौ तथापरौ
सर्वे नित्यं शङ्कितव्याः परत्यक्षं कार्यम आत्मनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

One must always be wary of both extremes and the middle path in every decision.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka advises that in every situation, especially those involving crucial decisions, one must remain cautious and consider all possible outcomes instead of rushing into judgment, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and contemplation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सलाह देता है कि प्रत्येक स्थिति में, विशेषकर महत्वपूर्ण निर्णय लेते समय, सभी संभावित परिणामों पर विचार करें और जल्दी में निर्णय लेने से बचें। आत्म-जागरूकता और विचार का महत्व समझाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the governance discourse in the Shanti Parva, focusing on prudent decision-making for leaders.

Meaning

The central idea underscores the necessity of critical thinking and the avoidance of hasty conclusions in governance.

Application

In modern contexts, this shloka encourages individuals to analyze diverse perspectives before arriving at conclusions in both personal and professional matters.