Mahabharata Shanti Parva – ते चापि निपुना वैद्याः कुशलाः संभृतौषधाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ते चापि निपुना वैद्याः कुशलाः संभृतौषधाः
वयाधिभिः परिकृष्यन्ते मृगा वयाधैर इवार्दिताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Skilled physicians, equipped with remedies, also suffer from ailments like creatures afflicted by diseases.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights the irony that even skilled doctors, who are well-versed in herbal medicine and treatment, are not immune to diseases. Just like animals afflicted by ailments, they too are overwhelmed by various health issues, demonstrating the universal nature of suffering.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात का उल्लेख करता है कि सक्षम चिकित्सक, जो हर्बल चिकित्सा और उपचार में निपुण होते हैं, वे भी रोगों से अछूते नहीं रहते। जैसे कि बीमार जानवर, वे भी विभिन्न स्वास्थ्य समस्याओं से प्रभावित होते हैं, जो दुख की सार्वभौमिकता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the Shanti Parva, which discusses various aspects of life, including well-being and the inevitability of suffering.

Meaning

It conveys the message that knowledge and skill in medicine do not exempt one from the trials of life, such as sickness.

Application

This reminds us to empathize with those who are suffering, including healthcare professionals, as they also bear burdens despite their expertise.