Mahabharata Shanti Parva – गरामधान्यं यथा शून्यं यथा कूपश च निर्जलः

Shloka (श्लोक)

गरामधान्यं यथा शून्यं यथा कूपश च निर्जलः
यथा हुतम अनग्नौ च तथैव सयान निराकृतौ

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka compares certain things to absence or emptiness, highlighting their value.

Translations

English Translation

Just as a village field can be empty and a well can be without water, so also, when one has not been enlightened or awakened, they may remain unfulfilled. This verse signifies the essence of realization.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जैसे गांव का अनाज शून्य रहता है और कुएँ निर्जल होता है, वैसे ही जो व्यक्ति ज्ञान प्राप्त नहीं करता, वह भी अनसंतोष में रहता है। यह श्लोक आत्मज्ञान का महत्व बताता है।

Commentary

Context

The shloka is from the Shanti Parva, indicating the importance of wisdom and realization in life.

Meaning

This verse signifies that without true knowledge or realization, life is akin to being empty or devoid of purpose.

Application

One should strive to seek knowledge and wisdom, for it is what fills the void of emptiness in life.