Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शरुत्वा यः सुहृदां शास्त्रं मर्त्यॊ न परतिपद्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरुत्वा यः सुहृदां शास्त्रं मर्त्यॊ न परतिपद्यते
विपाकान्ते दहत्य एनं किं पाकम इव भक्षितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the consequences of ignoring wise counsel from friends and its repercussions.

Translations

English Translation

The person who fails to heed the wise words of friends is burnt like food cooked improperly, lacking proper understanding.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति मित्रों के ज्ञान का ध्यान नहीं रखता, वह ऐसे पकवान की तरह जल जाता है जिसे ठीक से नहीं पकाया गया है, जो समझ की कमी दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse warns against neglecting advice from companions and highlights the loss incurred from such neglect.

Meaning

It stresses the importance of sagacious insight from one’s peers as crucial to avoiding personal misfortune.

Application

Valuing the counsel of true friends can steer us away from poor decisions and lead to a more harmonious life.