NCERT Class 6 Sanskrit Deepakam: Chapter 13 — त्रयोदशः पाठः । पृथिव्यां त्रीणि रत्नानि
This chapter, 'Pṛthivyāṁ Trīṇi Ratnāni' (Three Jewels on Earth) from the NCERT Class 6 Sanskrit Deepakam textbook, introduces students to the concept of true jewels. It emphasizes that water, food, and good words (subhashitani) are the real treasures of the Earth. The chapter contrasts this with the foolishness of considering mere stone fragments as jewels. It further elaborates on the idea of universal brotherhood, stating that narrow-minded people differentiate between 'mine' and 'yours,' while the magnanimous consider the entire world as their family. This chapter aims to inspire students with noble thoughts and a broader perspective on life and values, crucial for their CBSE learning.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 6 |
| Subject | Sanskrit |
| Book | Deepakam |
| Chapter | Chapter 13 — त्रयोदशः पाठः । पृथिव्यां त्रीणि रत्नानि |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 219 |
Learning outcomes
- Identify the three true jewels of the Earth.
- Understand the meaning of 'subhashitani' (good words).
- Differentiate between the mindset of narrow-minded and magnanimous people.
- Appreciate the concept of the world as one family.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| रत्नानि | jewels |
| सुभाषितम् | good words / wise sayings |
| पाषाणखण्डेषु | in pieces of stone |
| मूढैः | by fools / by the ignorant |
| लघुचेतसाम् | of narrow-minded people |
| उदारचरितानां | of noble-hearted people |
| वसुधा | Earth |
| कुटुम्बकम् | family |
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Practice questions
- पृथिव्यां त्रीणि रत्नानि कानि सन्ति? Answer: पृथिव्यां त्रीणि रत्नानि जलम्, अन्नम्, सुभाषितं च सन्ति।
- मूर्खजनाः किं रत्नानि इति वदन्ति? Answer: मूर्खजनाः पाषाणखण्डेषु रत्नसंज्ञां विधीयते इति वदन्ति।
- लघुचेतसां जनानां विचारः कः भवति? Answer: लघुचेतसां जनानां विचारः 'अयं निजः परो वेति' इति भवति।
- उदारचरितानां कृते का भवति? Answer: उदारचरितानां कृते वसुधा एव कुटुम्बकम् भवति।
Frequently asked questions
What are the three jewels mentioned in the chapter?
The three jewels mentioned are water (जलम्), food (अन्नम्), and good words (सुभाषितम्).
Who mistakenly consider stones as jewels?
Ignorant or foolish people (मूढैः) mistakenly consider pieces of stone as jewels.
What is the meaning of 'Subhashitam'?
'Subhashitam' means good words or wise sayings.
What kind of people differentiate between 'mine' and 'yours'?
Narrow-minded people (लघुचेतसाम्) differentiate between 'mine' and 'yours'.
What is the perspective of noble-hearted people?
Noble-hearted people (उदारचरितानां) consider the entire Earth as their family (वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम्).
What is the main message of the second verse?
The main message is that the world is one family for those with a noble heart, unlike narrow-minded individuals.
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NCERT Class 6 Sanskrit — Deepakam — Chapter 13 — त्रयोदशः पाठः । पृथिव्यां त्रीणि रत्नानि. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.