“Humility opens the path to divine wisdom.”
This isn't one of Bhartrihari's verses. It is an idea from commentary on them. For his own words, see the verses we've referenced.
About the poet: Bhartrihari
Bhartrihari is the Sanskrit poet to whom the Shatakatraya is attributed: three collections of about 100 verses each, usually dated to around the 5th century CE. They cover worldly conduct (Niti), love (Shringara) and renunciation (Vairagya), often in a wry, sceptical voice.
More from Bhartrihari
- “Spiritual liberation is the ultimate goal of human existence.”
- “The wise abandon fleeting desires for eternal bliss.”
- “Meditation reveals the path to enlightenment.”
- “Nature itself teaches us the impermanence of life.”
- “Self-discipline leads to freedom.”
- “Spiritual fulfillment is the true purpose of life.”