Mahabharata Shanti Parva – कालेन रिपुणा संधिः काले मित्रेण विग्रहः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कालेन रिपुणा संधिः काले मित्रेण विग्रहः
कार्य इत्य एव तत्त्वज्ञाः पराजुर नित्यं युधिष्ठिर

⚡ Quick Meaning

Time decides peace with enemies and conflict with friends, guided by wisdom.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka conveys that the appropriate course of action—whether to seek peace with adversaries or conflict with allies—depends on the timing and context, with wise individuals like Yudhishthira adeptly navigating such complexities through deep understanding.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि दुश्मनों के साथ शांति या दोस्तों के साथ संघर्ष का उपयुक्त मार्ग समय और संदर्भ पर निर्भर करता है, और जैसे कि युधिष्ठिर जैसे बुद्धिमान व्यक्ति ऐसी जटिलताओं को गहन समझ के माध्यम से Navigating करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This reflection on strategic timing and relationships is pivotal within the narrative of the Shanti Parva, where deliberation and intelligence govern actions.

Meaning

The emphasis is on discerning the right moment for dialogue or conflict, a skill honed by those with profound wisdom and experience.

Application

In practice, this teaches us to evaluate situations based on context and timing, aiding in making decisions that align with our values and objectives.