Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तयागधर्मविदं मुण्डं कं चिद अस्यॊपवर्णय

Shloka (श्लोक)

तयागधर्मविदं मुण्डं कं चिद अस्यॊपवर्णय
अपि तयागं बुभूषेत कच चिद गच्छेद अनामयम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Even a person knowledgeable in sacrifice should tread cautiously.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka advises that even those who are well-versed in the principles of sacrifice must remain cautious in their actions, as longing for something without discernment could lead them into a state of suffering or harm.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सलाह देता है कि जिन्हें त्याग के सिद्धांतों की भली-भांति जानकारी है, उन्हें अपने कार्यों में सावधानी बरतनी चाहिए, क्योंकि किसी वस्तु की लालसा बिना समझदारी के उन्हें दुख या हानि में डाल सकती है।

Commentary

Context

Located in the Shanti Parva, the shloka addresses the nuances in the understanding of sacrifice.

Meaning

It emphasizes that knowledge of sacrifice comes with responsibility and a need for mindful introspection.

Application

In practice, this encourages individuals to approach decisions with care, considering the wider implications of their desires and actions.