Mahabharata Shalya Parva – न जानीते हि यः शरेयः शरेयसश चावमन्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

न जानीते हि यः शरेयः शरेयसश चावमन्यते
स कषिप्रं भरश्यते राज्यान न च शरेयॊ ऽनुविन्दति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the nature of greatness and its recognition.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka points out that one who does not recognize the greater good quickly loses their kingdom and does not find the true greatness they overlook.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह इंगित करता है कि जो बड़े भले की पहचान नहीं करता, वह शीघ्र ही अपना राज्य खो देता है और उस सच्चे महत्व को नहीं पाता, जिसे वह नजरअंदाज करता है।

Commentary

Context

This is part of a larger discourse in the Shalya Parva regarding the awareness of true strength and wisdom during warfare.

Meaning

It emphasizes the need for recognizing value and greatness around us to prevent downfall.

Application

This shloka advocates for awareness and appreciation of true strengths in both personal and communal contexts.