Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न वै दविषन्तः कषीयन्ते राज्ञॊ नित्यम अपि घनतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न वै दविषन्तः कषीयन्ते राज्ञॊ नित्यम अपि घनतः
करॊधं नियन्तुं यॊ वेद तस्य दवेष्टा न विद्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those who harbor enmity do not see their own decline, even in the presence of great wealth and power.

Translations

English Translation

Even with immense wealth, those who are filled with hatred and anger do not realize their degradation. Understanding the nature of anger leads to a profound realization of its destructive power.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अत्यधिक धन के बावजूद, जो लोग द्वेष और क्रोध से भरे होते हैं, वे अपनी गिरावट का अनुभव नहीं करते। क्रोध की प्रकृति को समझना इसकी विनाशकारी शक्ति की गहरी पहचान करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse highlights the futility of wealth when overshadowed by negative emotions such as hatred.

Meaning

It emphasizes that true understanding of one’s feelings can help avoid the traps of resentment and degradation.

Application

In life and leadership, the shloka warns against allowing negative emotions to dictate one’s actions and decisions, promoting emotional intelligence instead.