Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न भयं विद्यते राजन भीतस्यानागते भये

Shloka (श्लोक)

न भयं विद्यते राजन भीतस्यानागते भये
अभीतस्य तु विस्रम्भात सुमहाञ जायते भयम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Insecurity breeds fear, while courage fosters confidence.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka asserts that fear does not arise if one faces the future fearlessly; however, for those who succumb to insecurity, fear can manifest overwhelmingly. Thus, confidence is derived from a fearless attitude toward what lies ahead.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि यदि कोई भविष्य का सामना निर्भीकता से करता है, तो डर नहीं उत्पन्न होता; हालाँकि, जो असुरक्षित होते हैं, उनके लिए भय भी बड़ा हो सकता है। इस प्रकार, आत्म-विश्वास निर्भीकता के दृष्टिकोण से प्राप्त होता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Shanti Parva, the exploration of fear and confidence underlines essential principles of human behavior and resilience.

Meaning

The verse illustrates that the absence of fear stems from courage, while insecurity leads to the proliferation of fear, emphasizing the need for inner strength.

Application

Encouragement towards boldness can help individuals transform their lives by alleviating unnecessary fears and empowering their actions.