Mahabharata Vana Parva – न ते जानामि यत कार्यं नाभिजानामि काङ्क्षितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

न ते जानामि यत कार्यं नाभिजानामि काङ्क्षितम
कौतूहलं महज जातं साध्वसं चागतं मम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Indecision due to curiosity regarding uncertainties, leading to confusion.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker expresses a lack of knowledge about their objectives and desires, feeling confused and curious. This uncertainty has led to a situation filled with doubt, prompting the need for clarity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

भाषक अपनी इच्छाओं और उद्देश्यों के बारे में ज्ञान की कमी व्यक्त करता है, जिसमें भ्रम और जिज्ञासा का अनुभव हो रहा है। यह असमंजस एक संदेह भरी स्थिति का निर्माण कर रहा है, जो स्पष्टता की आवश्यकता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka occurs in the Vana Parva, where characters experience a state of perplexity amid their journey.

Meaning

The lines reflect an internal conflict of knowledge versus ignorance, highlighting emotional turmoil.

Application

This shloka can guide individuals facing uncertainty, urging them to seek clarity in their desires and actions.