Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न बुद्धिर धनलाभाय न जाड्यम असमृद्धये

Shloka (श्लोक)

न बुद्धिर धनलाभाय न जाड्यम असमृद्धये
लॊकपर्याय वृत्तान्तं पराज्ञॊ जानाति नेतरः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes that true wisdom is not for material gain or to become lazy and dull.

Translations

English Translation

The wise do not utilize their intellect for acquiring wealth nor become negligent in their duties. Only the truly enlightened know the essence of worldly stories, while others remain ignorant.

हिंदी अनुवाद

ज्ञानी अपनी बुद्धि का उपयोग धन अर्जित करने या कार्य में लापरवाह होने के लिए नहीं करते। केवल ज्ञानी लोग सांसारिक कहानियों का सार जानते हैं, जबकि अन्य लोग अनभिज्ञ रहते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is found in the Udyoga Parva, focusing on the qualities of true wisdom in relation to material possessions.

Meaning

It conveys that genuine intelligence transcends the pursuit of wealth and the follies of laziness.

Application

One should strive for intellectual growth that values understanding over mere accumulation of material wealth.