Mahabharata Shanti Parva – जन्तॊः पञ्चेन्द्रियस्यास्य यद एकं छिद्रम इन्द्रियम

Shloka (श्लोक)

जन्तॊः पञ्चेन्द्रियस्यास्य यद एकं छिद्रम इन्द्रियम
ततॊ ऽसय सरवति परज्ञा दृतेः पादाद इवॊदकम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the significance of overcoming weaknesses in the senses to attain wisdom.

Translations

English Translation

The verse illustrates that among the five senses of an individual, if one sense has a flaw, it can lead to the downfall of wisdom, just as if water is disturbed, it becomes unfit for drinking.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि यदि किसी व्यक्ति के पांच इंद्रियों में से एक में दोष है, तो इससे उसकी बुद्धि का नाश हो सकता है, जैसे यदि पानी में गंदगी हो जाए तो वह पीने के लायक नहीं रहता।

Commentary

Context

In the context of the Shanti Parva, this verse addresses the necessity of maintaining inner purity for clarity of thought.

Meaning

It implies that a flaw in any capacity can undermine the entirety of one’s wisdom and understanding.

Application

By ensuring integrity and purity in our actions and senses, we create a fertile ground for wisdom to flourish.