Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न भवति विदुषां महद भयं; यद अविदुषां सुमहद भयं भवेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

न भवति विदुषां महद भयं; यद अविदुषां सुमहद भयं भवेत
न हि गतिर अधिकास्ति कस्य चिद; भवति हि या विदुषः सनातनी

⚡ Quick Meaning

For the learned, there is no great fear; for those ignorant, great fear arises.

Translations

English Translation

This verse illustrates that those who possess knowledge hold no significant fear in life. In contrast, the ignorant are engulfed by fears. It highlights the difference between the learned and the unlearned, emphasizing the power of knowledge to diminish fear.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह दर्शाता है कि जिनके पास ज्ञान है, उनके लिए जीवन में कोई बड़ा भय नहीं होता। इसके विपरीत, अज्ञानी भय से घिरे रहते हैं। यह ज्ञानी और अज्ञानी के बीच के अंतर को उजागर करता है, जिसमें ज्ञान की शक्ति को भय को कम करने के लिए महत्वपूर्ण बताया गया है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of a dialogue that compares the experiences of the wise and the ignorant, serving as a guiding principle for fear management.

Meaning

It signifies that knowledge serves as a shield against fear and uncertainty, reaffirming its importance in a person’s life.

Application

This encourages individuals to seek knowledge actively as a means to reduce the fears faced in life, promoting a more fearless and informed existence.