New Delhi, 24 December (H.S.): Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an ancient Sanskrit shloka on Wednesday, eloquently defining the essence of a true pandit or scholar through profound philosophical insight.

In a post on X, the Prime Minister quoted this timeless subhashita: Yasya krityam na vighnanti sheetamushnam bhayam ratih, samriddhir asamriddhir va sa vai pandit uchyate.The shloka translates as: He who remains undeterred in his duties by cold or heat, fear or attachment, prosperity or adversity, is truly called a pandit.

Drawn from classical sources like Chanakya Niti or ancient subhashita collections, it underscores the virtues of unwavering patience, self-restraint, and steadfast commitment to duty amid life's vicissitudes. This reflection aligns with Modi's frequent invocation of India's scriptural heritage to inspire resilience and equanimity.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar