Mahabharata Drona Parva – यॊ ऽधीत्य चतुरॊ वेदान सर्वान आख्यान पञ्चमान

Shloka (श्लोक)

यॊ ऽधीत्य चतुरॊ वेदान सर्वान आख्यान पञ्चमान
बराह्मणानां परतिष्ठासीत सरॊतसाम इव सागरः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes a learned individual whose wisdom is compared to the vastness of the ocean, establishing a foundation for Brahmins.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker praises a scholar who has mastered all four Vedas, equating their knowledge to the depth of an ocean, and highlights their pivotal role as a source of guidance for the Brahmins.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता एक विद्वान का गुणगान करता है जिसने चारों वेदों का अध्ययन किया है, और उसकी शिक्षा को महासागर की गहराई के समान मानता है, जो ब्राह्मणों के लिए मार्गदर्शन का स्रोत है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is prominent in the context of evaluating the role of scholars during the battles described in the Drona Parva.

Meaning

The reference to the ocean signifies that true knowledge is vast, deep, and essential for sustaining society.

Application

It teaches us the importance of pursuing knowledge and applying it in ways that can elevate communities and empower those around us.