Mahabharata Vana Parva – ते चापि कुशलैर वैद्यैर निपुणैः संभृतौषधैः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ते चापि कुशलैर वैद्यैर निपुणैः संभृतौषधैः
वयाधयॊ विनिवार्यन्ते मृगा वयाधैर इव दविज

⚡ Quick Meaning

Even skilled physicians cannot prevent ailments from approaching creatures, just as it happens to the wise.

Translations

English Translation

Even the most skilled and knowledgeable physicians, equipped with effective remedies, face challenges in completely eliminating diseases. Animals too succumb to ailments, showcasing that illness is a common destiny for all living beings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यहां तक कि सबसे कुशल और ज्ञानी वैद्य, जो प्रभावी औषधियों से लैस हैं, बीमारियों को पूरी तरह से दूर करने में चुनौतियों का सामना करते हैं। जानवर भी बीमारियों के शिकार होते हैं, यह दर्शाता है कि बीमारी सभी जीवों के लिए एक सामान्य परिभाषा है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects on the limitations of medical knowledge and the inevitability of illness, as narrated in the Vana Parva.

Meaning

It underscores the universal truth that sickness impacts both humans and creatures alike, regardless of expertise.

Application

Reminds us of the importance of humility in the face of health challenges and the need for compassion for those suffering.