Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अथ ये बुद्धिम अप्राप्ता वयतिक्रान्ताश च मूढताम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अथ ये बुद्धिम अप्राप्ता वयतिक्रान्ताश च मूढताम
ते ऽतिवेलं परहृष्यन्ति संतापम उपयान्ति च

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those who have not attained wisdom and stuck in ignorance rejoice excessively yet suffer greatly.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka discusses individuals who lack wisdom and remain entangled in ignorance, experiencing overwhelming joy as well as deep suffering. The paradox reflects their inability to reconcile joy with the reality of their ignorance, leading to unbearable tensions within.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन व्यक्तियों के बारे में है जिनके पास ज्ञान की कमी है और जो अज्ञानता में उलझे हुए हैं, अतिशय आनंद के साथ-साथ गहन दुःख का भी अनुभव करते हैं। यह विरोधाभास उनके अज्ञान के साथ अपनी आनंद और दुःख को सुलझाने की असमर्थता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Buried in the Shanti Parva, this verse serves as a cautionary tale about the illusions of joy found in ignorance.

Meaning

The main point is that excessive joy without insight often leads to greater suffering, shedding light on the consequences of unearned happiness.

Application

This reflects the importance of pursuing knowledge to avoid the pitfalls of superficial joy that can mask deeper pains.