Mahabharata Shanti Parva – शकुनीनाम इवाकाशे मत्स्यानाम इव चॊदके

Shloka (श्लोक)

शकुनीनाम इवाकाशे मत्स्यानाम इव चॊदके
पदं यथा न दृश्येत तथा जञानविदां गतिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka speaks about the imperceptibility of the path of wise individuals, much like fish in the water.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates that just as the steps of the fish remain unseen in the water, similarly, the path taken by knowledgeable persons is not easily discernible to others. Their wisdom and journey are often masked, reflecting the depth of understanding they possess.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह स्पष्ट करता है कि जैसे पानी में मछलियों के कदम नहीं देखे जाते, वैसे ही ज्ञानी व्यक्तियों का मार्ग अन्य लोगों के लिए आसानी से प्रकट नहीं होता। उनकी बुद्धिमत्ता और यात्रा अक्सर छिपी रहती है, जो उनके गहरे ज्ञान को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, emphasizing the subtleties of knowledge and wisdom among learned individuals.

Meaning

The meaning underscores that true knowledge often remains hidden, understood only by those who possess enlightenment, while others may overlook it.

Application

This shloka encourages individuals to seek deeper understanding and reflect on the unseen paths that wise people navigate, and to appreciate the depth of knowledge that is often missed.