Mahabharata Shanti Parva – का बुद्धिः किं तपॊ विप्र कः समाधिस तपॊधन

Shloka (श्लोक)

का बुद्धिः किं तपॊ विप्र कः समाधिस तपॊधन
किं जञानं किं शरुतं वा ते यत पराप्य न विषीदसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

The Brahmin questions the worth of knowledge, penance, and understanding if they don’t lead to relief from sorrow.

Translations

English Translation

The wise Brahmin questions the value of wisdom, austerities, and meditative achievements if they do not grant peace of mind in difficult times. He provokes reflection on the purpose of spiritual practices that do not produce contentment.

हिंदी अनुवाद

ज्ञानी ब्राह्मण यह प्रश्न करते हैं कि यदि ज्ञान, तपस्या और समाधि जैसे साधनों से दुःख में राहत नहीं मिलती, तो उनका क्या मूल्य रह जाता है। वह आत्मा की शांति की अनुपलब्धि पर विचार करने के लिए प्रेरित करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This reflection appears in the context of moral and philosophical debate, emphasizing the purposefulness of knowledge in dealing with suffering, consistent with themes in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

This shloka encourages individuals to evaluate their spiritual practices critically, urging them to seek true understanding that alleviates suffering.

Application

It serves as a reminder to search for transformative knowledge that leads to peace, rather than mere intellectual pursuits that fall short in tough times.