Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – या वै विद्याः साधयन्तीह कर्म; तासां फलं विद्यते नेतरासाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

या वै विद्याः साधयन्तीह कर्म; तासां फलं विद्यते नेतरासाम
तत्रेह वै दृष्टफलं तु कर्म; पीत्वॊदकं शाम्यति तृष्णयार्तः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse emphasizes the importance of knowledge that leads directly to action and fulfillment.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights that knowledge must be practical and directly related to actions leading towards fruitful results. It suggests that merely acquiring knowledge without application leads to thirst and dissatisfaction.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर जोर देता है कि ज्ञान व्यावहारिक होना चाहिए और उन कार्यों से सीधे संबंधित होना चाहिए जो फलदायी परिणामों की ओर ले जाते हैं। यह संकेत करता है कि बिना अनुप्रयोग के केवल ज्ञान अर्जित करने से तृष्णा और असंतोष उत्पन्न होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is from the discussions emphasizing the application of knowledge in the Udyoga Parva, setting a standard for practical wisdom.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka is that true satisfaction comes from the effective use of knowledge in actions, countering spiritual thirst.

Application

This encourages a proactive attitude in applying learning to real-life scenarios, ultimately leading to fulfillment.