Mahabharata Vana Parva – बले रूपे च वीर्ये च शमे च न समॊ ऽसति नौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

बले रूपे च वीर्ये च शमे च न समॊ ऽसति नौ
धर्मे तपसि दाने च शीलसत्त्वदमेषु च

⚡ Quick Meaning

No one matches our strength, beauty, bravery, and tranquil disposition compared to dharma and virtue.

Translations

English Translation

This verse proclaims the incomparable qualities of strength, beauty, and valor, while also highlighting virtue and self-restraint as critical components of development and moral living.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक शक्ति, रूप और वीरता जैसी गुणों की तुलना करता है, जबकि साथ ही धर्म और सदाचार को नैतिक जीवन के विकास के महत्वपूर्ण कारक के रूप में उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Vana Parva, this shloka encapsulates the ideal human attributes in the pursuit of dharma.

Meaning

It means that even greatness in physical and mental strengths must pair with ethical conduct for a well-rounded personality.

Application

Emphasizes the need for balancing one’s strengths with moral values and actions in everyday life.