Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 4336
Shloka (श्लोक)
न दरिद्रॊ वसुमतॊ नाविद्वान विदुषः सखा
शूरस्य न सखा कलीबः सखिपूर्वं किम इष्यते
⚡ Quick Meaning
A friend of a poor person is not truly a friend; such friendships are superficial.
📖 Translations
English Translation
This shloka reveals that friendships lack depth when one of the individuals is of a lesser social or financial status. It asserts that genuine friendship transcends such superficial qualities and true bonds should not be dependent on wealth.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक यह दर्शाता है कि जब में से कोई गरीब है, तो उसके मित्रता की गहराई नहीं होती। यह इस बात पर जोर देता है कि सच्ची मित्रता सामाजिक या आर्थिक स्थिति से परे होनी चाहिए।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
This verse mentions the nature of friendships in the social context of the Mahabharata, where wealth and status often influence relationships among characters.
🧘 Meaning
The implication is that true friendship should be rooted in mutual understanding and support, rather than superficial metrics like wealth.
🌟 Application
This can encourage individuals to seek friendships based on personal qualities rather than external factors, fostering authentic connections.
