Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 8487
Shloka (श्लोक)
किं हि शक्यं मया कर्तुं यद वृद्धानां तवया नृप
पुरा कथयतां नूनं न शरुतं धर्मवादिनाम
⚡ Quick Meaning
What can I possibly do that has not been spoken of by the sages in the past regarding the elderly?
📖 Translations
English Translation
This shloka reflects the speaker’s humility and acknowledges the knowledge of ancient sages. It questions the ability to act innovatively when the wisdom and truths of elder sages have already been articulated.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक वक्ता की विनम्रता को दर्शाता है और प्राचीन ऋषियों के ज्ञान को स्वीकार करता है। यह बताता है कि जब बड़े ऋषियों की ज्ञान और सत्य पहले ही व्यक्त किए जा चुके हैं, तो नए तरीके से कार्य करने की क्षमता पर प्रश्न उठता है।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
This verse is placed in a discussion on wisdom and the reverence for the knowledge imparted by the ancients, especially focused on the roles of elderly figures in society.
🧘 Meaning
The statement implies a recognition of the limitations in one’s capacities, promoting the idea that respecting the wisdom of elders is paramount for personal growth and societal harmony.
🌟 Application
This shloka serves as a reminder for contemporary leaders and individuals to seek guidance from experiences of the past, valuing lessons learned from previous generations.
