Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तस्याज्ञानात तु लॊभॊ हि लॊभाद अज्ञानम एव च

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्याज्ञानात तु लॊभॊ हि लॊभाद अज्ञानम एव च
सर्वे दॊषास तथा लॊभात तस्माल लॊभं विवर्जयेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Avoid greed as it leads to ignorance and all flaws.

Translations

English Translation

This verse emphasizes that ignorance arises from greed, and that greed itself is the root of various faults. Therefore, it is crucial to avoid greed to lead a life free from these flaws.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि लिप्सा से अज्ञान उत्पन्न होता है और यही लिप्सा अनेक दोषों की जड़ है। इसलिए, इन दोषों से मुक्त जीवन जीने के लिए लिप्सा से दूर रहना आवश्यक है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Shanti Parva, where the essence of pure living and wisdom is discussed in the context of moral conduct.

Meaning

This teaching warns against the destructive nature of greed, suggesting that a wise individual should cultivate self-control to achieve a peaceful existence.

Application

In daily life, by recognizing the temptations of greed, one can make choices leading to ethical and fulfilling outcomes.