Mahabharata Shanti Parva – मध्यस्थ एव तिष्ठेत परशंसा निन्दयॊः समः

Shloka (श्लोक)

मध्यस्थ एव तिष्ठेत परशंसा निन्दयॊः समः
एतत पवित्रं परमं परिव्राजक आश्रमे

⚡ Quick Meaning

A wise person should remain neutral and unperturbed by praise and blame.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka teaches that one must remain equanimous and not get swayed by external opinions, be it commendation or criticism, while living a life of virtue and tranquility.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सिखाता है कि व्यक्ति को प्रशंसा और निंदा, दोनों के प्रति निष्पक्ष और निर्लिप्त रहना चाहिए ताकि वह एक अच्छे और शांतिपूर्ण जीवन जी सके।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Shanti Parva underscores the value of maintaining emotional balance in a tumultuous world.

Meaning

It signifies that true wisdom lies in remaining unaffected by external factors that may influence one’s state of mind.

Application

This shloka inspires individuals to cultivate resilience against judgments, fostering personal growth.