Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – त्वं तु केवलमौर्ख्येण विमूढॊ नावबुध्यसे

Shloka (श्लोक)

त्वं तु केवलमौर्ख्येण विमूढॊ नावबुध्यसे
पृथिवीं दातुकामॊ ऽपि जीवितेनाद्य मॊक्ष्यसे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka criticizes ignorance and highlights the futility of seeking riches without understanding.

Translations

English Translation

The verse addresses a ruler consumed by ignorance, suggesting that even with a desire to grant the world, such folly will lead to spiritual demise if wisdom is absent in his actions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक शासक की मूर्खता को उजागर करता है, यह बताते हुए कि भले ही वह दुनिया देने की इच्छा रखता हो, लेकिन ऐसे ही मूर्खता से उसे ज्ञान के अभाव में आध्यात्मिक पतन का सामना करना पड़ेगा।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set in a scenario where leaders are cautioned against their negligence towards wisdom in leadership.

Meaning

It stresses the importance of wisdom in decision-making and the grave consequences of leading without understanding.

Application

Current leaders are reminded that wisdom is paramount; seeking wealth without knowledge can lead to significant consequences for themselves and their followers.