Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – बलं पञ्च विधं नित्यं पुरुषाणां निबॊध मे

Shloka (श्लोक)

बलं पञ्च विधं नित्यं पुरुषाणां निबॊध मे
यत तु बाहुबलं नाम कनिष्ठं बलम उच्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka explains the five types of strength that a person possesses, highlighting physical strength as the least significant.

Translations

English Translation

The verse identifies five eternal strengths in human beings, emphasizing outer strength or physical prowess as the least of these. It encourages one to recognize true strength beyond just physical capability.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक मानव में पाए जाने वाले पांच स्थायी बलों का वर्णन करता है, और बाह्य बल या शारीरिक सामर्थ्य को इनमें से सबसे कम महत्वपूर्ण बताता है। यह सच्चे बल को पहचानने के लिए प्रेरित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is from the Udyoga Parva and addresses the nature of strength in the context of moral and physical axes as the Mahabharata unfolds.

Meaning

It suggests that while physical strength is acknowledged, there are other, more profound aspects of strength that individuals should cultivate.

Application

One should focus on developing inner virtues and wisdom, recognizing that true strength encompasses much more than mere physical ability.