Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यत तु कृत्स्नवद एकस्मिन कार्ये सक्तम अहैतुकम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यत तु कृत्स्नवद एकस्मिन कार्ये सक्तम अहैतुकम
अतत्त्वार्थवद अल्पं च तत तामसम उदाहृतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the tamasic knowledge which is incomplete and unfocused.

Translations

English Translation

The knowledge that is bound to a single endeavor without rationale or a lesser objective is categorized as tamasic knowledge, which lacks depth and clarity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो ज्ञान किसी विशेष कार्य में बिना तर्क के बंधा है या जो थोड़े उद्देश्य को अधूरापन देता है, उसे तामस ज्ञान कहा जाता है, जो गहराई और स्पष्टता से रहित होता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse addresses the pitfalls of knowledge that lacks comprehensive understanding and motivation.

Meaning

It suggests that superficial knowledge can lead to poor decisions and outcomes.

Application

Striving for deeper understanding and purposeful inquiry is crucial in all pursuits.