Mahabharata Shanti Parva – मेधा वी समृतिमान दक्षः परकृत्या चानृशंस वान

Shloka (श्लोक)

मेधा वी समृतिमान दक्षः परकृत्या चानृशंस वान
यॊ मानितॊ ऽमानितॊ वा न संदूष्येत कदा चन

⚡ Quick Meaning

A wise and capable person remains untainted by respect or disrespect they receive.

Translations

English Translation

A person endowed with intelligence, remembrance, and competence, who is gentle by nature, is never polluted by the honors or dishonors they receive, maintaining a pure character always.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति बुद्धिमान, स्मृति-सम्पन्न और कुशल हैं, और जिनका स्वभाव दयालु है, वे कभी भी मिले सम्मान या अपमान से प्रभावित नहीं होते, और अपने चरित्र को सदैव निष्कलंक रखते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka points to the unwavering nature of true wisdom and integrity amidst the societal challenges discussed in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

True wisdom lies in understanding that external validations or criticisms do not define one’s character and virtue.

Application

This verse teaches the importance of maintaining one’s composure and integrity, irrespective of how society perceives us.