Mahabharata Shanti Parva – बालॊ ऽबालः सथविरॊ वा रिपुर; यः सदा परमत्तं पुरुषं निहन्यात

Shloka (श्लोक)

बालॊ ऽबालः सथविरॊ वा रिपुर; यः सदा परमत्तं पुरुषं निहन्यात
कालेनान्यस तस्य मूलं हरेत; कालज्ञाता पार्थिवानां वरिष्ठः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Regardless of age or appearance, a fool who constantly harms a wise person will ultimately lose all their roots.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes that even a youthful or foolish adversary can ultimately undermine themselves while harming a wise individual. It suggests the cyclical nature of consequences where ill actions lead to self-destruction over time.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि चाहे कोई युवा या मूर्ख दुश्मन हो, जो लगातार बुद्धिमान व्यक्ति को नुकसान पहुँचाता है, अंततः वह अपने सभी मूल्यों को खो देगा। यह संकेत करता है कि बुरी क्रियाओं के परिणाम में समय के साथ आत्म-विनाश का चक्र होता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Shanti Parva warns about the perils of harming wise individuals, stressing eventual repercussions for the aggressor.

Meaning

It conveys that wisdom protects its possessor, while foolishness ultimately leads to self-destruction, regardless of temporal appearances or strengths.

Application

This teaching advises us to be cautious in our interactions with others. Malicious intent towards the wise can backfire, serving as a reminder of the value of intellect and virtue.