Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – एवम अल्पश्रुतॊ मन्त्री कल्याणाभिजनॊ ऽपय उत

Shloka (श्लोक)

एवम अल्पश्रुतॊ मन्त्री कल्याणाभिजनॊ ऽपय उत
धर्मार्थकामयुक्तॊ ऽपि नालं मन्त्रं परीक्षितुम

⚡ Quick Meaning

A minister, even if knowledgeable and morally upright, may not always be fit to decide or advise.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka states that even if a minister has learned and moral attributes, he might not always possess the acumen to make effective decisions. It implies that formal knowledge doesn’t always equate to practical wisdom in leadership roles.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि भले ही एक मंत्री ज्ञानी और नैतिक गुणों वाला हो, वह हमेशा प्रभावी निर्णय लेने की क्षमता नहीं रख सकता। यह इस बात का संकेत देता है कि औपचारिक ज्ञान हमेशा नेतृत्व में व्यावहारिक बुद्धिमत्ता के बराबर नहीं होता।

Commentary

Context

This verse sheds light on the limitations of knowledge in leadership, particularly in relation to decision-making abilities.

Meaning

The meaning suggests that having knowledge is not enough; practical experience and insight are vital for sound governance.

Application

This is crucial for leaders to understand; possessing formal education or knowledge does not guarantee effective leadership and decision-making.