Acharya Chanakya has deeply analyzed various aspects of politics, diplomacy and family life in his famous work ‘Chanakya Niti’. Today we will tell you about some important principles from Chanakya Niti, which should be adopted in your life.
1. Do the work fairly
“Neither snehat kritva vighnam nor dvishat nor cha lobhatah.
Na mohat karyamatyantam karyam karyavadacharet.”
The meaning of this verse is that no work should be done under the influence of love, hatred, greed or attachment. This should only be done considering it as a duty. When you act from this perspective, your decisions are more lasting and correct. This shows the importance of fairness and understanding.
2. Save money for tough times
आपदर्थे धनम् रक्षेच्छ्छ्रिमतां कुत आपदः।
Kadachichchalate Lakshmi: Sanchitośpi Vinashyati.
The message of this verse is that one should accumulate wealth to face difficulties. Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth, is fickle, so wealth does not last forever. Do not make the mistake of thinking that a rich person never faces crisis.
3. Understand the importance of permanent things
Yo Dhruvani Parityajya Adhruvam Parisevate.
Dhruvani tasya nasyanti chadhruvam nastamev hi.
This verse tells us that a person who pursues temporary things while abandoning permanent things loses both. Ultimately, he is left empty handed.
4. Stay away from wrong people
Parokshe karyahantaram pratyakse priyavadinam.
Avoid such a friend who is like a poison pot filled to the brim with milk.
The meaning of this verse is that one should avoid such people in life who talk sweetly in front of you but plan your destruction from behind. Acharya Chanakya compares such people to a pot of poison, which looks filled with milk from outside.
