Mahabharata Vana Parva – यदात्मना सवम आत्मानं परशंसेत पुरुषः परभॊ

Shloka (श्लोक)

यदात्मना सवम आत्मानं परशंसेत पुरुषः परभॊ
यथा परज्ञं तु ते परश्नान परतिवक्ष्यामि पृच्छ माम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the importance of self-praise and the search for knowledge.

Translations

English Translation

The verse declares that a true individual praises their own self, seeking wisdom, and requests the desire to inquire about knowledge and wisdom through thoughtful questioning, highlighting the quest for understanding.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बयान करता है कि एक सच्चा व्यक्ति अपने आत्म का गुणगान करता है, ज्ञान की खोज करता है, और ज्ञान और समझ की खोज के लिए विचारपूर्वक प्रश्न पूछने की इच्छा व्यक्त करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka arises in the Vana Parva, where the significance of self-awareness and the thirst for knowledge is explored in Arjuna’s dialogues.

Meaning

It signifies the necessity of self-reflection and the acceptance of one’s strengths while also acknowledging the need for wisdom through inquiry.

Application

In real life, this encourages individuals to engage in self-reflection and to cultivate a habit of questioning as a means of personal growth and understanding.