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Chanakya Neethi - Chapter 5 gururagnirdvijātīnāṃ varṇānāṃ brāhmaṇō guruḥ ।patirēva guruḥ strīṇāṃ sarvasyābhyāgatō guruḥ ॥ 01 ॥ हिंदी अर्थ:द्विजों के लिए अग्नि गुरु के समान पूजनीय है, सभी वर्णों के लिए ब्राह्मण गुरु माने गए हैं, स्त्रियों के लिए पति गुरु के समान माना गया है और अतिथि सभी के लिए गुरु के समान आदरणीय है। English Meaning:Fire is regarded...
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Chanakya Neethi – Chapter 5

gururagnirdvijātīnāṃ varṇānāṃ brāhmaṇō guruḥ ।
patirēva guruḥ strīṇāṃ sarvasyābhyāgatō guruḥ ॥ 01 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
द्विजों के लिए अग्नि गुरु के समान पूजनीय है, सभी वर्णों के लिए ब्राह्मण गुरु माने गए हैं, स्त्रियों के लिए पति गुरु के समान माना गया है और अतिथि सभी के लिए गुरु के समान आदरणीय है।

English Meaning:
Fire is regarded as a teacher and sacred guide for the twice-born; a Brahmin is regarded as a teacher for all social classes; the husband is traditionally regarded as the guide of the wife; and a guest is to be honored as a teacher by everyone.

yathā chaturbhiḥ kanakaṃ parīkṣyatē
nigharṣaṇachChēdanatāpatāḍanaiḥ ।
tathā chaturbhiḥ puruṣaḥ parīkṣyatē
tyāgēna śīlēna guṇēna karmaṇā ॥ 02 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
जिस प्रकार सोने की परीक्षा चार प्रकार से—घिसकर, काटकर, तपाकर और पीटकर—की जाती है, उसी प्रकार मनुष्य की परीक्षा उसके त्याग, चरित्र, गुण और कर्मों से होती है।

English Meaning:
Just as gold is tested in four ways—by rubbing, cutting, heating, and beating—a person is tested through generosity, character, virtues, and actions.

tāvadbhayēṣu bhētavyaṃ yāvadbhayamanāgatam ।
āgataṃ tu bhayaṃ vīkṣya prahartavyamaśaṅkayā ॥ 03 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
जब तक संकट सामने नहीं आया है, तब तक उससे बचने के लिए सावधानी रखनी चाहिए। लेकिन जब संकट सामने आ जाए, तब बिना भय के उसका दृढ़ता से सामना करना चाहिए।

English Meaning:
One should remain cautious about dangers before they arrive. But once danger has actually appeared, it should be confronted boldly and without hesitation.

ēkōdarasamudbhūtā ēkanakṣatrajātakāḥ ।
na bhavanti samāḥ śīlē yathā badarakaṇṭakāḥ ॥ 04 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
एक ही माता के गर्भ से जन्मे और एक ही नक्षत्र में जन्मे लोग भी स्वभाव और चरित्र में समान नहीं होते, जैसे बेर के वृक्ष के फल और उसके काँटे एक जैसे नहीं होते।

English Meaning:
Even those born from the same mother and under the same constellation are not necessarily alike in character, just as the fruit and thorns of the jujube tree are not the same.

niḥspṛhō nādhikārī syān nākāmō maṇḍanapriyaḥ ।
nāvidagdhaḥ priyaṃ brūyātspaṣṭavaktā na vañchakaḥ ॥ 05 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
जिसमें लोभ या आसक्ति नहीं है, वह पद या अधिकार का इच्छुक नहीं होता; इच्छारहित व्यक्ति दिखावे और श्रृंगार में आसक्त नहीं होता। बुद्धिमान व्यक्ति ही उचित प्रिय वचन बोलता है और स्पष्टवादी व्यक्ति छल-कपट नहीं करता।

English Meaning:
One who is free from selfish attachment does not crave authority; one free from excessive desire is not obsessed with adornment. A wise person knows how to speak pleasantly, while a straightforward person does not deceive.

mūrkhāṇāṃ paṇḍitā dvēṣyā adhanānāṃ mahādhanāḥ ।
parāṅganā kulastrīṇāṃ subhagānāṃ cha durbhagāḥ ॥ 06 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
मूर्खों को विद्वान अप्रिय लगते हैं और निर्धनों को अत्यधिक धनवान लोग अप्रिय लग सकते हैं। पराई स्त्रियाँ कुलीन स्त्रियों से ईर्ष्या कर सकती हैं और दुर्भाग्यशाली लोग सौभाग्यशाली लोगों से ईर्ष्या कर सकते हैं।

English Meaning:
Fools may dislike the learned, and the poor may resent the very wealthy. Women outside a household may envy virtuous women, and the unfortunate may feel resentment toward the fortunate.

ālasyōpagatā vidyā parahastagataṃ dhanam ।
alpabījaṃ hataṃ kṣētraṃ hataṃ sainyamanāyakam ॥ 07 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
आलस्य के कारण प्राप्त न की गई विद्या व्यर्थ हो जाती है, दूसरे के हाथ में चला गया धन अपना उपयोग खो देता है। कम बीज वाला खेत और बिना योग्य नेतृत्व वाली सेना भी नष्ट या निष्फल हो जाती है।

English Meaning:
Knowledge lost through laziness becomes useless; wealth placed in another person’s hands may cease to serve its owner. A field with too little seed and an army without capable leadership are likewise ineffective.

abhyāsāddhāryatē vidyā kulaṃ śīlēna dhāryatē ।
guṇēna jñāyatē tvāryaḥ kōpō nētrēṇa gamyatē ॥ 08 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
अभ्यास से विद्या सुरक्षित और स्थायी होती है; अच्छे आचरण से कुल की प्रतिष्ठा बनी रहती है। श्रेष्ठ व्यक्ति की पहचान उसके गुणों से होती है और क्रोध का पता उसकी आँखों से चल जाता है।

English Meaning:
Knowledge is preserved through practice, and family honor is preserved through good conduct. A noble person is recognized by virtues, while anger can be perceived through the eyes.

vittēna rakṣyatē dharmō vidyā yōgēna rakṣyatē ।
mṛdunā rakṣyatē bhūpaḥ satstriyā rakṣyatē gṛham ॥ 09 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
धन से धर्म के कार्यों की रक्षा और पालन होता है; अभ्यास तथा साधना से विद्या सुरक्षित रहती है। विनम्रता से राजा की प्रतिष्ठा बनी रहती है और सद्गुणी स्त्री से घर की रक्षा और व्यवस्था बनी रहती है।

English Meaning:
Dharma is supported through wealth; knowledge is preserved through disciplined practice and spiritual effort. A ruler is supported by gentleness and diplomacy, while a virtuous woman preserves the harmony and dignity of the household.

anyathā vēdaśāstrāṇi jñānapāṇḍityamanyathā ।
anyathā tatpadaṃ śāntaṃ lōkāḥ kliśyanti chāhnyathā ॥ 10 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
वेद और शास्त्रों का केवल अध्ययन एक बात है और वास्तविक ज्ञान एवं पांडित्य दूसरी बात। केवल पुस्तकीय ज्ञान और शांत परम पद की अनुभूति अलग-अलग हैं; इनके वास्तविक स्वरूप को न समझने से लोग संसार में कष्ट उठाते रहते हैं।

English Meaning:
Merely studying the Vedas and scriptures is different from possessing true wisdom and scholarship. Book knowledge is different from realization of the peaceful supreme state; failing to understand this distinction keeps people entangled in worldly suffering.

dāridryanāśanaṃ dānaṃ śīlaṃ durgatināśanam ।
ajñānanāśinī prajñā bhāvanā bhayanāśinī ॥ 11 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
दान गरीबी को दूर करने वाला है, सदाचार दुर्गति का नाश करता है। विवेकपूर्ण बुद्धि अज्ञान को दूर करती है और सतत आध्यात्मिक चिंतन तथा साधना भय को नष्ट करती है।

English Meaning:
Charity helps overcome poverty; good character destroys misfortune and degradation. Wisdom dispels ignorance, while spiritual contemplation and practice remove fear.

nāsti kāmasamō vyādhirnāsti mōhasamō ripuḥ ।
nāsti kōpasamō vahnirnāsti jñānātparaṃ sukham ॥ 12 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
कामना के समान कोई रोग नहीं, मोह के समान कोई शत्रु नहीं, क्रोध के समान कोई अग्नि नहीं और ज्ञान से बढ़कर कोई सुख नहीं है।

English Meaning:
There is no disease like uncontrolled desire, no enemy like delusion, no fire like anger, and no happiness greater than true knowledge.

janmamṛtyū hi yātyēkō bhunaktyēkaḥ śubhāśubham ।
narakēṣu patatyēka ēkō yāti parāṃ gatim ॥ 13 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
मनुष्य अकेला ही जन्म लेता है और अकेला ही मृत्यु को प्राप्त होता है। अपने शुभ-अशुभ कर्मों का फल भी उसे स्वयं ही भोगना पड़ता है। वही अकेला नरक में जाता है और वही अपने कर्मों से परम गति प्राप्त करता है।

English Meaning:
A person is born alone and dies alone. Each person experiences the results of their own good and bad actions. One alone experiences suffering, and through one’s own spiritual effort one attains the supreme state.

tṛṇaṃ brahmavidaḥ svargastṛṇaṃ śūrasya jīvitam ।
jitāśasya tṛṇaṃ nārī niḥspṛhasya tṛṇaṃ jagat ॥ 14 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
ब्रह्मज्ञानी के लिए स्वर्ग भी तिनके के समान है; वीर पुरुष जीवन की भी परवाह नहीं करता। जिसने अपनी इन्द्रियों और इच्छाओं पर विजय पा ली है, उसके लिए विषयासक्ति तुच्छ है और निष्काम व्यक्ति के लिए पूरा संसार भी तिनके के समान है।

English Meaning:
To one who knows Brahman, even heaven is insignificant like a blade of grass. To a truly courageous person, life itself is of little importance. One who has conquered desires sees sensual attachment as insignificant, and to one free from craving, the entire world is like a blade of grass.

vidyā mitraṃ pravāsē cha bhāryā mitraṃ gṛhēṣu cha ।
vyādhitasyauṣadhaṃ mitraṃ dharmō mitraṃ mṛtasya cha ॥ 15 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
प्रवास में विद्या मित्र के समान सहायता करती है; घर में पत्नी मित्र के समान सहायक होती है। रोगी के लिए औषधि मित्र है और मृत्यु के बाद धर्म ही मनुष्य का सच्चा सहायक माना गया है।

English Meaning:
Knowledge is a friend while travelling away from home; a wife is a friend within the household. Medicine is a friend to the sick, and Dharma is regarded as the true companion after death.

vṛthā vṛṣṭiḥ samudrēṣu vṛthā tṛptasya bhōjanam ।
vṛthā dānaṃ samarthasya vṛthā dīpō divāpi cha ॥ 16 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
समुद्र में होने वाली वर्षा व्यर्थ है, क्योंकि वहाँ जल पहले से ही प्रचुर है। तृप्त व्यक्ति को दिया गया भोजन व्यर्थ है, समर्थ व्यक्ति को दिया गया दान भी व्यर्थ हो सकता है और दिन में जलाया गया दीपक भी अनावश्यक है।

English Meaning:
Rain falling into the ocean is of little use because water is already abundant there. Food offered to one who is already satisfied is unnecessary; charity given without need may be fruitless, and a lamp is unnecessary during daylight.

nāsti mēghasamaṃ tōyaṃ nāsti chātmasamaṃ balam ।
nāsti chakṣuḥsamaṃ tējō nāsti dhānyasamaṃ priyam ॥ 17 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
बादल के जल के समान कोई जल श्रेष्ठ नहीं, आत्मबल के समान कोई शक्ति नहीं, नेत्रों के समान कोई प्रकाशमान इन्द्रिय नहीं और अन्न के समान कोई प्रिय तथा आवश्यक वस्तु नहीं है।

English Meaning:
There is no water like the rain-bearing cloud’s water, no strength like the strength of the Self, no illuminating faculty like the eyes, and no sustenance as precious as food grain.

adhanā dhanamichChanti vāchaṃ chaiva chatuṣpadāḥ ।
mānavāḥ svargamichChanti mōkṣamichChanti dēvatāḥ ॥ 18 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
निर्धन लोग धन की इच्छा करते हैं और पशु भोजन की इच्छा रखते हैं। मनुष्य स्वर्ग की कामना करते हैं, जबकि देवता भी मोक्ष की प्राप्ति की इच्छा रखते हैं।

English Meaning:
The poor desire wealth, and animals seek food. Human beings desire heaven, while even the celestial beings aspire to liberation.

satyēna dhāryatē pṛthvī satyēna tapatē raviḥ ।
satyēna vāti vāyuścha sarvaṃ satyē pratiṣṭhitam ॥ 19 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
सत्य के आधार पर पृथ्वी स्थिर है, सत्य के कारण सूर्य अपना प्रकाश और ताप देता है, सत्य के कारण वायु प्रवाहित होती है और समस्त सृष्टि सत्य पर ही प्रतिष्ठित है।

English Meaning:
The Earth is sustained by truth, the Sun shines and radiates heat through truth, and the wind moves through truth. Everything is ultimately established upon truth.

chalā lakṣmīśchalāḥ prāṇāśchalē jīvitamandirē ।
chalāchalē cha saṃsārē dharma ēkō hi niśchalaḥ ॥ 20 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
लक्ष्मी अर्थात् धन चंचल है, प्राण भी स्थायी नहीं हैं और जीवन भी निरंतर परिवर्तनशील है। इस परिवर्तनशील संसार में केवल धर्म ही ऐसा आधार है जो स्थिर और स्थायी माना गया है।

English Meaning:
Wealth is unstable, life-breaths are impermanent, and the temple of life is constantly changing. In this ever-changing world, Dharma alone is regarded as the firm and enduring foundation.

narāṇāṃ nāpitō dhūrtaḥ pakṣiṇāṃ chaiva vāyasaḥ ।
chatuṣpādaṃ śṛgālastu strīṇāṃ dhūrtā cha mālinī ॥ 21 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
परंपरागत नीति-वचन में नाई को मनुष्यों में चतुर माना गया है, कौए को पक्षियों में चतुर, लोमड़ी को चौपायों में चतुर और मालिनी नामक स्त्री को स्त्रियों में चतुर बताया गया है।

English Meaning:
In this traditional maxim, the barber is described as clever among men, the crow among birds, the fox among four-footed animals, and a woman named Malini among women.

janitā chōpanētā cha yastu vidyāṃ prayachChati ।
annadātā bhayatrātā pañchaitē pitaraḥ smṛtāḥ ॥ 22 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
जन्म देने वाला, उपनयन संस्कार कराने वाला, विद्या प्रदान करने वाला, अन्न देने वाला और भय से रक्षा करने वाला—इन पाँच को पिता के समान माना गया है।

English Meaning:
The one who gives birth, the one who performs the sacred initiation, the one who imparts knowledge, the one who provides food, and the one who protects from fear—these five are regarded as father figures.

rājapatnī gurōḥ patnī mitrapatnī tathaiva cha ।
patnīmātā svamātā cha pañchaitā mātaraḥ smṛtāḥ ॥ 23 ॥

हिंदी अर्थ:
राजा की पत्नी, गुरु की पत्नी, मित्र की पत्नी, अपनी पत्नी की माता और अपनी जन्मदात्री माता—इन पाँचों को माता के समान आदरणीय माना गया है।

English Meaning:
The wife of the king, the wife of one’s teacher, the wife of one’s friend, one’s mother-in-law, and one’s own mother are traditionally regarded as five mothers deserving respect.

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As a Divine Reporter, you can capture and share sacred moments from temples, festivals, rituals, events, and spiritual gatherings happening around you. Your contribution helps millions experience devotion, culture, and divine traditions in their purest form. Whether you are attending aarti in a local temple, witnessing a rare ritual, exploring a sacred yatra, or discovering a unique spiritual story—your reports bring these experiences to life for devotees across the world. As a Divine Reporter, you can share: Photos & videos of temple rituals and events Stories, articles, and experiences Festival updates & special celebrations Interviews with priests, devotees, saints, or artists Cultural traditions & spiritual happenings Why Become a Divine Reporter? Inspire thousands with real devotional experiences Help preserve India’s spiritual culture Give voice to temples, traditions & hidden stories Contribute to a growing global devotional platform Spread positivity, peace, and divine knowledge Your vision. Your devotion. Your reporting. Together, they can create a spiritual impact across the world. ✨ Become a Divine Reporter and help share the divine with humanity.
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We are looking for passionate Graphic & Video Editors who can help us bring devotional stories, temple experiences, and spiritual content to life through powerful visuals. If you have a heart for devotion and a talent for designing and editing, this is your opportunity to contribute to India’s growing spiritual digital movement. As a Graphic & Video Editor, you will: Create engaging devotional graphics, thumbnails & banners Edit bhajan videos, temple clips, and spiritual programs Design reels, shorts, and social media creatives Enhance storytelling with effects, transitions & layouts Work closely with our content & media team We are looking for: Creativity with a devotional touch Basic to advanced graphic/video editing skills Understanding of social media formats Ability to create clean, eye-catching designs A passion for spirituality and positive content Why Join Us? Work on meaningful devotional projects Showcase your creativity to thousands of viewers Become part of a spiritually driven digital community Develop your skills with real-world content Contribute to a mission that spreads peace & positivity If creativity is your strength and devotion is your inspiration, this is the perfect place for you. ✨ Join us as a Graphic & Video Editor and help create divine digital experiences.
Every spiritual journey is unique. Every divine moment holds the power to inspire countless hearts. Through “Share Your Spiritual Experiences,” you can tell the world about the blessings, miracles, and sacred moments that have touched your life. Whether it is a peaceful meditation insight, a temple darshan that moved you, a dream with divine guidance, a life-changing blessing, or a powerful moment of devotion—your story can bring hope, faith, and positivity to many seekers. You can share: Personal spiritual experiences Miracles or blessings you witnessed Temple visits & divine encounters Moments of deep meditation or awakening Stories that strengthened your faith Why Share Your Experiences? Inspire thousands of devotees across the world Spread positivity and strengthen someone’s faith Become a part of our global spiritual community Contribute to the collective wisdom of seekers Help others feel connected, supported, and uplifted Your story matters. Your experience can become someone’s source of strength and hope. ✨ Share Your Spiritual Experiences and let your journey light the path for others.




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    Some spiritual moments are so powerful that they deserve to be seen, felt, and experienced by many. Through “Share Your Divine Video Experiences,” you can upload videos capturing your sacred journeys, temple visits, miracles, blessings, rituals, or moments of deep devotion. Your videos have the power to spread positivity, awaken faith, and inspire thousands of devotees around the world. You can share videos of: Temple darshans & aartis Special rituals, festivals & celebrations Divine moments during yatras or pilgrimages Personal spiritual experiences or blessings Miraculous events or heart-touching stories Why Share Your Divine Videos? Let others experience sacred moments visually Inspire devotees with real spiritual experiences Contribute to India’s digital devotional library Spread peace, faith, and divine vibrations Help preserve rare rituals and traditions Your divine moments can uplift many hearts. Let your video become a light for others. ✨ Share Your Divine Video Experiences and let the world feel the grace you witnessed.
    Have a question, suggestion, or something you’d like to share? We’re here to listen. Whether it’s feedback, spiritual queries, collaboration ideas, or support-related messages—simply reach out and write to us. Your thoughts matter, and we’re always happy to connect with you. ✨ Just write to us, and we’ll get back to you with love, support, and guidance.

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