Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – नाध्यापयेत तथॊच्छिष्टॊ नाधीयीत कदा चन

Shloka (श्लोक)

नाध्यापयेत तथॊच्छिष्टॊ नाधीयीत कदा चन
वाते च पूति गन्धे च मनसापि न चिन्तयेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Avoid instructing a person who is unclean; one should also refrain from deep thoughts or contemplation during untidy situations.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka underscores the significance of maintaining cleanliness. It advises against teaching or sharing wisdom with someone in an unclean state, suggesting that one should avoid pondering over matters that cannot be addressed properly until the individual is clean.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक स्वच्छता बनाए रखने के महत्व को रेखांकित करता है। यह किसी गंदे व्यक्ति को शिक्षा देने या ज्ञान साझा करने से मना करता है, यह सुझाव देता है कि विचारों पर तब तक विचार नहीं करना चाहिए जब तक व्यक्ति स्वच्छ न हो।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is rooted in the idea that mental and spiritual clarity is best achieved in a state of physical cleanliness, promoting higher virtues.

Meaning

It indicates that purity is essential for impactful communication and learning, making it crucial to maintain both physical and mental cleanliness.

Application

Practicing mindfulness regarding cleanliness can enhance the quality of our interactions and the effectiveness of our communication in various contexts.