Mahabharata Shanti Parva – पण्डितेन विरुद्धः सन दूरे ऽसमीति न विश्वसेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

पण्डितेन विरुद्धः सन दूरे ऽसमीति न विश्वसेत
दीर्घौ बुद्धिमतॊ बाहू याभ्यां हिंसति हिंसितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

One should not trust those who seem wise but are actually adversarial.

Translations

English Translation

This verse warns against trusting those who appear wise but are adversarial. It emphasizes that true intelligence ensures protection, preventing harm from those who might seem trustworthy but are not.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह चेतावनी देता है कि उन लोगों पर भरोसा नहीं करना चाहिए जो बुद्धिमान लगते हैं लेकिन वास्तव में विरोधी हैं। यह सच्ची बुद्धिमत्ता के संरक्षण पर जोर देता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is framed within the Shanti Parva, revealing insights about discerning true wisdom in interpersonal relationships.

Meaning

It suggests that judgment should be exercised before placing trust, particularly in those who appear clever or wise.

Application

This teaches individuals to evaluate the intentions and integrity of others before trusting them, promoting discernment.