Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यॊ हि वेदे च शास्त्रे च गरन्थ धारण तत्परः

Shloka (श्लोक)

यॊ हि वेदे च शास्त्रे च गरन्थ धारण तत्परः
न च गरन्थार्थ तत्त्वज्ञस तस्य तद धारणं वृथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

Knowledge without understanding the essence is futile.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes that merely holding onto texts, whether they are Vedic or scriptural, without understanding their true meaning, is pointless. Only those with real comprehension of the essence truly benefit from the scriptures.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह समझाता है कि शास्त्रों और वेदों को केवल धारण करने से, जब तक कि उनके वास्तविक अर्थ को नहीं जाना जाता, कोई लाभ नहीं है। केवल वही लोग जिनके पास वास्तविक समझ है, वे ग्रंथों से वास्तविक लाभ उठाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is found in the Shanti Parva and speaks to the importance of understanding sacred texts deeply rather than superficially reciting them.

Meaning

The true essence of learning lies in grasping the meanings behind the words. Mere memorization does not lead to wisdom.

Application

To truly benefit from education and scriptures, one must strive for comprehension that transcends memorization, applying insights practically.