Mahabharata Vana Parva – न हि मे मॊक्ष्यते जीवन मूढः सैन्धवकॊ नृपः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हि मे मॊक्ष्यते जीवन मूढः सैन्धवकॊ नृपः
पातालतलसंस्थॊ ऽपि यदि शक्रॊ ऽसय सारथिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks about the futility of expecting liberation for a foolish person.

Translations

English Translation

A foolish king will not attain liberation. Even if he were to reside in the deepest regions of the netherworld, he would still not be liberated if he lacks the guidance of a wise charioteer.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक मूर्ख राजा मोक्ष को प्राप्त नहीं कर पाएगा। यदि वह पाताल के गहरे क्षेत्र में भी निवास करे, तो भी यदि उसके पास बुद्धिमान सारथी का मार्गदर्शन नहीं है, तो वह आज़ाद नहीं हो सकता।

Commentary

Context

This shloka raises a profound question about wisdom and guidance in leadership roles, particularly in the context of the Vana Parva.

Meaning

It illustrates that liberation (moksha) cannot be attained through mere position or power but through wisdom and proper guidance.

Application

The essence of this shloka can be applied in contemporary leadership, highlighting the need for wise counsel in decision-making processes.