Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – बन्धुर आत्मात्मनस तस्य येनात्मैवात्मना जितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

बन्धुर आत्मात्मनस तस्य येनात्मैवात्मना जितः
अनात्मनस तु शत्रुत्वे वर्तेतात्मैव शत्रुवत

⚡ Quick Meaning

One who has conquered oneself is a true friend; otherwise, the self becomes one’s enemy.

Translations

English Translation

In this shloka, it is stated that a person who succeeds in conquering their own mind is their own friend, while one who remains under the grip of their lower nature is said to be their own enemy. Self-mastery is equated with friendship and harmony.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में कहा गया है कि जो व्यक्ति अपने मन पर विजय प्राप्त करता है, वह अपने लिए सच्चा मित्र है, जबकि जो अपने निम्न स्वभाव के अधीन रहते हैं, वे अपने दुश्मन होते हैं। आत्म-संयम को मित्रता और सामंजस्य के रूप में अंकित किया गया है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the internal battle of self-conquest as a pivotal aspect of spiritual growth and friendship.

Meaning

It conveys that self-discipline and mastery is key to achieving peace and harmony in one’s life.

Application

Practicing self-control and understanding one’s inner dynamics is essential for fostering positive relationships with oneself and others.