Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अज्ञानान निरयं याति तथाज्ञानेन दुर्गतिम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अज्ञानान निरयं याति तथाज्ञानेन दुर्गतिम
अज्ञानात कलेशम आप्नॊति तथापत्सु निमज्जति

⚡ Quick Meaning

Ignorance leads one to hell and suffering, sinking deeper into misery without knowledge.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka explains that ignorance is a reason for falling into despair and wretchedness. When individuals are unaware, they spiral into greater troubles, illustrating the dire consequences of a lack of understanding.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि अज्ञान दुःख और दुखों का एक कारण है जिससे लोग गिरते हैं। जब व्यक्ति अनजान होते हैं, तो वे अधिक मुसीबत में पड़ जाते हैं, जो बिना समझ के गंभीर परिणामों को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is from the Shanti Parva, warning against the perils of ignorance that trap individuals in continuous suffering.

Meaning

It reflects on the heavy burdens ignorance brings, stressing the necessity of knowledge for liberation from suffering.

Application

By seeking knowledge and awareness, individuals can avoid the pitfalls of ignorance, thereby elevating themselves above suffering and darkness.