Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यदर्थं बुद्धिर अध्यास्ते न सॊ ऽरथः परिषीदति

Shloka (श्लोक)

यदर्थं बुद्धिर अध्यास्ते न सॊ ऽरथः परिषीदति
यदर्थं पृथग अध्यास्ते मनस तत्परिषीदति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the distinction between thought and reality.

Translations

English Translation

As per the purpose that the intellect serves, the requests do not diminish; when the mind perceives differently, it too becomes entangled in misunderstanding.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जिस उद्देश्य के लिए बुद्धि कार्य करती है, अनुरोध कम नहीं होते; जब मन भिन्नता से देखता है, यह भी भ्रांति में उलझ जाता है।

Commentary

Context

Within the Shanti Parva, this verse illustrates the gap between intellectual reasoning and experiential reality.

Meaning

The distinction made in this passage clarifies how thought patterns influence our perceptions of the world.

Application

Fostering a clear understanding of reality versus perception can effectively improve decision-making skills.