Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तेषां परीत्या यशॊ मुख्यम अप्रीत्या तु विपर्ययः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तेषां परीत्या यशॊ मुख्यम अप्रीत्या तु विपर्ययः
परीत्या हय अमृतवद विप्राः करुद्धाश चैव यथा विषम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka defines how anger can affect the virtue and fate of the learned.

Translations

English Translation

Within their joy lies the essence of fame, while displeasure can reverse their fortunes; indeed, the wise can create poison when angered, just as they can produce nectar.

हिंदी अनुवाद

उनकी प्रसन्नता में प्रसिद्धि की आत्मा है, जबकि असंतोष उनकी किस्मत पलट सकता है; वास्तव में, ज्ञानी जब क्रोधित होते हैं तो वे विष पैदा कर सकते हैं, जैसे वे अमृत उत्पन्न करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka elaborates on the duality within the emotions of the wise and their significant effect on the world around them.

Meaning

It conveys the idea that wise individuals hold the power to create both benefit and harm, depending on their emotional state.

Application

This serves as a lesson in emotional intelligence, emphasizing the importance of maintaining calmness and happiness for beneficial outcomes.