NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit Deepakam: Chapter 2 — नित्यं पिबाम: सुभाषितरसम्
This chapter, "नित्यं पिबाम: सुभाषितरसम्" (Let us drink the nectar of good sayings) from the NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit Deepakam textbook, introduces students to the concept and importance of Subhashitas. Subhashitas are well-spoken verses or good sayings that guide human development. The chapter emphasizes that everyone is capable, but needs a guide. It explains that Subhashitas help in the development of moral and social values, teaching what should and should not be done. The first Subhashita presented highlights five qualities starting with 'व' (Va): Vastra (appropriate clothing), Vapu (healthy body), Vacha (pleasant speech), Vidya (knowledge), and Vinaya (humility). A person possessing these five qualities is respected in society. This chapter aims to foster ethical understanding and character development in students through Sanskrit literature.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 7 |
| Subject | Sanskrit |
| Book | Deepakam |
| Chapter | Chapter 2 — नित्यं पिबाम: सुभाषितरसम् |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 236 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the meaning and significance of Subhashitas.
- Recognize the importance of qualities starting with 'व' for social respect.
- Develop moral and social values through Sanskrit verses.
- Improve Sanskrit reading and comprehension skills.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| सुभाषितरसम् | nectar of good sayings |
| सुशीले | O Sushila (a name) |
| भावार्थः | meaning/essence |
| अयोगय: | unworthy/incapable |
| योजकस्तत्र दुर्लभ: | a connector/organizer is rare there |
| बोधयतु | please explain |
| परिसरे | in the campus |
| चिन्त्तनविकासाय | for the development of thought |
| सुवचनानि | good words/sayings |
| नैतिक: | moral |
| सामाजिक: | social |
| वकारैः | by the letters starting with 'व' |
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Practice questions
- विद्यालय की दीवार पर क्या लिखा था? Answer: विद्यालय की दीवार पर लिखा था, 'अयोग्य पुरुषो नास्ति योजकस्तत्र दुर्लभ:'।
- सुभाषितानि इति कः अभिप्रायः? Answer: सुभाषितानि इति श्रेष्ठजनैः उक्तानि सुवचनानि सन्ति, यानि मानवानां विविधमूलयानां विकासाय भवन्ति।
- सुभाषितानां पठनेन कः लाभः? Answer: सुभाषितानां पठनेन नैतिकः सामाजिकः च विकासः भवति।
- प्रथमं सुभाषितं कति वकारान् वर्णयति? Answer: प्रथमं सुभाषितं पञ्च वकारान् वर्णयति।
- पञ्च वकारैः युक्तस्य नरस्य किं भवति? Answer: पञ्च वकारैः युक्तस्य नरस्य लोके सममानं प्राप्नोति।
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of 'नित्यं पिबाम: सुभाषितरसम्'?
'नित्यं पिबाम: सुभाषितरसम्' means 'Let us constantly drink the nectar of good sayings'.
What are Subhashitas?
Subhashitas are well-spoken verses or good sayings, uttered by wise people for the development of human values.
What is the benefit of reading Subhashitas?
Reading Subhashitas helps in the moral and social development of individuals, guiding them on what to do and what not to do.
Which five qualities starting with 'व' are mentioned in the first Subhashita?
The five qualities are Vastra (appropriate clothing), Vapu (healthy body), Vacha (pleasant speech), Vidya (knowledge), and Vinaya (humility).
What happens to a person who possesses these five 'व' qualities?
A person possessing these five qualities is respected and honored in society.
What does the saying 'अयोग्य पुरुषो नास्ति योजकस्तत्र दुर्लभ:' imply?
This saying implies that there is no unworthy person; rather, a suitable organizer or guide is rare.
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NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit — Deepakam — Chapter 2 — नित्यं पिबाम: सुभाषितरसम्. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.