Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अर्थं महान्तम आसाद्य विद्याम ऐश्वर्यम एव वा

Shloka (श्लोक)

अर्थं महान्तम आसाद्य विद्याम ऐश्वर्यम एव वा
विचरत्य असमुन्नद्धॊ यः स पण्डित उच्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

जो व्यक्ति महान संपत्ति या ज्ञान को प्राप्त कर भी गतिहीन रहता है, उसे बुद्धिमान नहीं माना जाता।

Translations

English Translation

This verse highlights that possessing great wealth or knowledge without the ability to utilize or develop them renders a person ineffective. Wisdom encompasses not only acquisition but also the application of gained insights.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि महान संपत्ति या ज्ञान रखने वाला व्यक्ति यदि उन्हें उपयोग में नहीं लाता, तो वह प्रभावहीन होता है। बुद्धिमत्ता केवल ज्ञान या संपत्ति की अधिग्रहण नहीं, बल्कि उनके प्रभावी उपयोग में है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is from Udyoga Parva, emphasizing the significance of applying knowledge and resources rather than merely possessing them. It forms part of a broader discussion on wisdom.

Meaning

The core message conveys that true wisdom is recognized in one’s ability to make use of what one has learned or gathered. Mere possession is inadequate.

Application

In practice, one should actively seek to apply their knowledge and resources to foster personal growth and societal benefit, recognizing that knowledge without application is limited.