“Wisdom brings clarity amidst confusion.”
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
- “Meditation is the key to inner tranquility.”
- “Greed and attachment are chains that bind the soul.”
- “Spiritual detachment leads to true liberation.”
- “Ascetics find joy in solitude and meditation.”
- “Serving others selflessly leads to liberation.”
- “The wise prioritize spiritual pursuits over material gain.”