Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यॊ विश्वसति मित्रेषु न चाश्वसति शत्रुषु

Shloka (श्लोक)

यॊ विश्वसति मित्रेषु न चाश्वसति शत्रुषु
अर्थयुक्तिम अविज्ञाय चलितं तस्य जीवितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

One who trusts friends but mistrusts enemies lacks a discerning understanding of relationships.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka warns against blind trust and suspicion; one must analyze relationships wisely instead of relying on assumptions without understanding the intentions behind them.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक अंध विश्वास और संदेह के खिलाफ चेतावनी देता है; व्यक्ति को संबंधों का बुद्धिमानी से विश्लेषण करना चाहिए, बजाय इसके कि बिना गहन समझ के केवल धारणाओं पर निर्भर रहे।

Commentary

Context

This verse represents the moral teachings found in the Shanti Parva, focusing on wise judgment in personal interactions.

Meaning

It highlights the necessity of being prudent and analytical rather than being impulsive in trust.

Application

In our social dealings, we should exercise wisdom and discernment in choosing whom to trust.