Mahabharata Shanti Parva – बलिनौ मतिमन्तौ च संघातं चाप्य उपागतौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

बलिनौ मतिमन्तौ च संघातं चाप्य उपागतौ
अशक्यौ सुनयात तस्मात संप्रधर्षयितुं बलात

⚡ Quick Meaning

The powerful and wise were unable to withstand the situation and were compelled to act.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes how the strong and the wise are often confronted by circumstances that overwhelm them, rendering their capability to respond ineffective. It reflects on the inevitability of some situations where, despite one’s strength or wisdom, one is forced into action.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि मजबूत और समझदार लोग अक्सर ऐसी परिस्थितियों का सामना करते हैं जो उन्हें चरम सीमा तक पहुंचा देती हैं, जिससे उनकी क्षमता प्रतिक्रिया देने में असफल हो जाती है। यह दर्शाता है कि कुछ परिस्थितियाँ इतनी मजबूत होती हैं कि व्यक्ति को प्रतिक्रिया करने पर मजबूर होना पड़ता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Shanti Parva, underlining the vulnerabilities even mighty individuals face in dire situations, emphasizing the unpredictability of challenges.

Meaning

It conveys that wisdom and strength are not always sufficient to navigate certain predicaments, drawing attention to the relative nature of power.

Application

This shloka similarly teaches that humility and adaptability are vital when faced with overwhelming circumstances, reminding us that even strength can falter.