Mahabharata Shanti Parva – संश्रुत्य नॊपक्रियते परं शक्त्या यथार्हतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

संश्रुत्य नॊपक्रियते परं शक्त्या यथार्हतः
सक्ता या सर्वभूतेषु साशा कृशतरी मया

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys that sometimes, those who are capable may not always act, highlighting the complexity of circumstances.

Translations

English Translation

This verse suggests that despite having the capacity, often the ability to act is stifled by outside influences, affecting those with the potential for growth.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक व्यक्त करता है कि क्षमता रखने के बावजूद, अक्सर कार्य करने की क्षमता बाहरी प्रभावों के कारण बाधित होती है, जो विकास की संभावनाओं को सीमित कर देती है।

Commentary

Context

This reflection comes amidst discussions around action and potential in the Shanti Parva, raising questions about agency.

Meaning

It underlines that having the ability doesn’t always translate to action due to various constraints.

Application

This serves as a reminder to acknowledge the contextual challenges that people face, seeking to facilitate their capacities for positive actions.