Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न देवा यष्टिम आदाय रक्षन्ति पशुपालवत

Shloka (श्लोक)

न देवा यष्टिम आदाय रक्षन्ति पशुपालवत
यं तु रक्षितुम इच्छन्ति बुद्ध्या संविभजन्ति तम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The gods protect only those who work smartly and strategically.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes that divine forces only aid those who take proactive measures and think intelligently. Merely relying on deities without effort leads to nothing. The essence lies in applying wisdom in decision-making for effective results.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर जोर देता है कि देवी-देवता केवल उन्हीं की मदद करते हैं जो सक्रिय रूप से सोचते और योजना बनाते हैं। केवल देवताओं पर निर्भर रहना कुछ नहीं देता। इसका सार यह है कि प्रभावी परिणामों के लिए निर्णय लेने में बुद्धिमत्ता का प्रयोग करें।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Udyoga Parva, where strategic preparation is highlighted for success in endeavors.

Meaning

The essence of this verse teaches us that success requires a thoughtful and proactive approach rather than mere reliance on faith.

Application

We should combine our efforts with intelligence, recognizing that divine assistance is best sought through wise actions and planning.