Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – एतां दृष्टिम अवष्टभ्य नष्टात्मानॊ ऽलपबुद्धयः

Shloka (श्लोक)

एतां दृष्टिम अवष्टभ्य नष्टात्मानॊ ऽलपबुद्धयः
परभवन्त्य उग्रकर्माणः कषयाय जगतॊ ऽहिताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Engulfed by ignorance, individuals with a weak intellect resort to destructive actions.

Translations

English Translation

This verse describes how those who are lost in ignorance and lack depth of understanding engage in harsh actions, leading not only to their own decline but also harming the world around them.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो लोग अज्ञानता में डूबे हुए हैं और गहरे ज्ञान की कमी रखते हैं, वे कठोर कर्मों में लिप्त हो जाते हैं, जिससे ना केवल उनका स्वयं का पतन होता है बल्कि उनके चारों ओर की दुनिया को भी हानि पहुँचती है।

Commentary

Context

Here, Bhishma presents a view on how ignorance can lead to harmful actions that affect all living beings in the universe.

Meaning

This portrays the cycle of ignorance leading to harm, highlighting the need for awareness and wisdom in one’s actions.

Application

It encourages individuals to pursue knowledge and self-reflection to avert destructive behaviors.