NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit Deepakam: Chapter 8 — हितं मनोहारि च दुर्लभं वचः
This chapter, 'हितं मनोहारि च दुर्लभं वचः' (Beneficial and Pleasant Words are Rare), from the NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit Deepakam textbook, introduces students to the concept and importance of 'Sukti' (wise sayings). A Sukti is defined as a beautiful saying that encapsulates life values and guides individuals towards the right path. The chapter emphasizes that these wise sayings not only need to be read but also remembered and practiced in daily life. Sanskrit literature is rich with such valuable sayings. The chapter presents two examples: 'माता भूमिः पुत्रोऽहं पृथिव्याः' (The Earth is my mother, I am her child), highlighting our connection and duty towards the Earth, and 'न रतनमन्विष्यति, मृग्यते हि तत्' (A gem does not search, it is searched for), illustrating that good qualities attract recognition. This chapter aims to instill moral values and guide students towards righteous living through the wisdom of Sanskrit literature.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 7 |
| Subject | Sanskrit |
| Book | Deepakam |
| Chapter | Chapter 8 — हितं मनोहारि च दुर्लभं वचः |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 189 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the meaning and importance of 'Sukti' (wise sayings).
- Recognize the role of wise sayings in guiding moral and ethical conduct.
- Appreciate the richness of Sanskrit literature in providing valuable life lessons.
- Analyze the meaning and application of presented Suktis.
- Develop an understanding of the relationship between humans and the Earth.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| सूक्तिः | wise saying / beautiful saying |
| मूल्यानि | values |
| निहितानि | contained / embedded |
| सनमार्गं | right path |
| मार्गदर्शनं | guidance |
| भाण्डागारः | storehouse / treasury |
| पदच्छेदः | word separation / breakdown |
| अन्वयः | syntactical arrangement / sentence structure |
| भावार्थः | meaning / essence |
| लालयति | nurtures / cherishes |
| पालयति | protects / sustains |
| सन्तानाः | offspring / children |
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Practice questions
- सूक्तिः इत्युक्ते कः अभिप्रायः? Answer: सूक्तिः इत्युक्ते सुन्दरं वचनम्।
- सूक्तिषु कानि निहितानि भवन्ति? Answer: सूक्तिषु जीवनमूल्यानि निहितानि भवन्ति।
- प्रथमं सूक्तिं पठित्वा तस्याः भावार्थं लिखत। Answer: माता भूमिः पुत्रोऽहं पृथिव्याः। भावार्थः – पृथ्वी अ्मान् माता इव लालयति पालयति च। वयं स्वे अस्थाः पृथिव्ाः सनतानाः स्मः।
- द्वितीयं सूक्तिं पठित्वा तस्याः भावार्थं लिखत। Answer: न रतनमन्विष्यति, मृग्यते हि तत्। भावार्थः – रत्नानि ग्राहकस्य अन्ेषणं न कुर्वन्ति अपितु ग्राहकाः एव रतनानाम् अन्ेषणं कुर्वन्ति। तथैव अ्मासु यदि गुणाः सन्ति तर्हि गुणजाः स्वयमेव अ्मान् अन्विष्य आगच्छन्ति।
- संस्कृतसाहित्ये कस्य भाण्डागारः अस्ति? Answer: संस्कृतसाहित्ये सूक्तीनां भाण्डागारः अस्ति।
Frequently asked questions
What is a 'Sukti'?
A 'Sukti' is a beautiful and wise saying that contains valuable life principles.
What is the significance of Suktis?
Suktis guide us towards the right path and contain important life values.
What does the Sukti 'माता भूमिः पुत्रोऽहं पृथिव्याः' mean?
It means 'The Earth is my mother, and I am her child', emphasizing our nurturing relationship with the Earth.
What is the meaning of the Sukti 'न रतनमन्विष्यति, मृग्यते हि तत्'?
This Sukti means 'A gem does not search; it is searched for', implying that good qualities attract recognition on their own.
Is Sanskrit literature rich in wise sayings?
Yes, Sanskrit literature is considered a vast treasury of wise sayings (Suktis).
What should we do with Suktis?
We should not only read Suktis but also remember them and practice them in our lives.
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NCERT Class 7 Sanskrit — Deepakam — Chapter 8 — हितं मनोहारि च दुर्लभं वचः. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.