Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स कथं सर्वधर्मज्ञः सर्वागम विशारदः

Shloka (श्लोक)
स कथं सर्वधर्मज्ञः सर्वागम विशारदः
परिमुह्यसि भूयस तवम अज्ञानाद इव भारत
⚡ Quick Meaning
How can you, O learned one in all dharmas and scriptures, be so bewildered by ignorance?
Translations
English Translation
This verse questions the bewilderment of an enlightened person who is knowledgeable about all forms of dharma and scriptures, suggesting that confusion and ignorance can even affect the wisest. It challenges the notion of human fallibility even in wisdom.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक एक ज्ञानी व्यक्ति की भ्रमित स्थिति पर सवाल उठाता है, जो सभी धर्मों और ग्रंथों के बारे में जानकार है। यह दर्शाता है कि भ्रम और अज्ञानता कितनी गहरी हो सकती है, यहां तक कि सबसे ज्ञानी व्यक्तियों को भी प्रभावित कर सकती है।
Commentary
Context
This verse is situated within a narrative that challenges the nature of knowledge, highlighting the human condition.
Meaning
Despite possessing deep knowledge, even the wise can be overwhelmed by ignorance, illustrating human vulnerability.
Application
This reminds us of the continuous need for self-awareness and humility in the pursuit of wisdom, as ignorance is a common affliction.
