Mahabharata Shanti Parva – नान्तः शक्यॊ गुणानां हि वक्तुं सत्यस्य भारत

Shloka (श्लोक)

नान्तः शक्यॊ गुणानां हि वक्तुं सत्यस्य भारत
अतः सत्यं परशंसन्ति विप्राः स पितृदेवताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The qualities of truth are beyond description.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka encapsulates the idea that the qualities of truth are profound and beyond verbal expression. Thus, those who recognize its significance—scholars and divine beings—extol its virtues as an ultimate principle unsurpassed by any other.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह विचार व्यक्त करता है कि सत्य की विशेषताएँ गहरी और शब्दों में व्यक्त करने के लिए पार नहीं होती। इसलिए, जो लोग इसकी महत्ता को पहचानते हैं—विद्वान और देवता—इसके गुणों की प्रशंसा करते हैं, इसे किसी अन्य सिद्धांत से कहीं अधिक महत्वपूर्ण मानते हैं।

Commentary

Context

From the Shanti Parva, this verse highlights the transcendent nature of truth as understood in Indian philosophy.

Meaning

It articulates that the essence of truth cannot be fully encapsulated in language, highlighting its importance.

Application

Recognizing the depth of truth fosters genuine reflection and inspires further exploration of its many layers.