Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अग्निस्तॊकॊ वर्धते हय आज्यसिक्तॊ; बीजं चैकं बहुसाहस्रम एति

Shloka (श्लोक)

अग्निस्तॊकॊ वर्धते हय आज्यसिक्तॊ; बीजं चैकं बहुसाहस्रम एति
कषयॊदयौ विपुलौ संनिशाम्य; तस्माद अल्पं नावमन्येत विद्वान

⚡ Quick Meaning

A small seed, when nurtured properly, can yield immense results; thus, one should not underestimate the power of small beginnings.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka uses the metaphor of a seed and fire to demonstrate how small efforts, when developed adequately, can lead to substantial growth and fruitfulness. It suggests that wise individuals should always honor the potential within humble beginnings, as they can blossom into significant outcomes.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक बीज और अग्नि के उपमा का उपयोग करता है, यह दिखाने के लिए कि छोटे प्रयास, जब ठीक से विकसित किए जाते हैं, तो विशाल परिणाम उत्पन्न कर सकते हैं। यह समझाता है कि बुद्धिमान व्यक्तियों को हमेशा विनम्र शुरुआत के भीतर के संभावनाओं का सम्मान करना चाहिए, क्योंकि वे बड़े परिणामों में फलित हो सकते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka from the Shanti Parva illustrates the underlying philosophy of growth and the importance of nurturing beginnings.

Meaning

The core message emphasizes that greatness can stem from modest origins, encouraging us to recognize and cultivate potential wherever we find it.

Application

In everyday life, this wisdom invites us to appreciate and invest in early stages of projects or relationships, as they may lead to tremendous achievements.