NCERT Class 8 Sanskrit Deepakam: Chapter 3 — सुभाषितरसं पीत्वा
This chapter, 'सुभाषितरसं पीत्ा जीवनं सफलं कुरु' (Drink the Nectar of Subhashitas, Make Life Successful), from NCERT Class 8 Sanskrit Deepakam, introduces the concept of Subhashitas, which are beautiful and meaningful sayings. The chapter emphasizes that reading Subhashitas provides guidance on duties and responsibilities, inspiring the creation of an ideal human life. It highlights that these verses are beneficial for human welfare, leading to happiness and prosperity. The text includes two illustrative verses: the first praises India as a land where gods themselves wish to be born, and the second explains that only those with true understanding can recognize merit and strength, unlike the ignorant. This chapter aims to equip students with wisdom for a successful and fulfilling life, aligning with CBSE learning objectives.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 8 |
| Subject | Sanskrit |
| Book | Deepakam |
| Chapter | Chapter 3 — सुभाषितरसं पीत्वा |
| Language | Sanskrit |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 2 minutes |
| Word count | 357 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand the meaning and significance of Subhashitas.
- Learn to identify and appreciate good conduct and strength.
- Gain inspiration for leading an ideal and successful life.
- Recognize the value of India as a land of spiritual significance.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| सुभाषितानि | well-said words, beautiful sayings |
| नीतिश्लोक | ethical verse, moral stanza |
| हित | welfare, benefit |
| मार्गदर्शन | guidance |
| प्रेरणा | inspiration |
| अवगम | understanding |
| पदच्छेदः | word separation (in grammar) |
| अन्वयः | syntactical arrangement of words |
| भावार्थः | meaning, essence |
| गुणवान् | virtuous, talented |
| निर्बलः | weak, powerless |
| सामर्थ्य | ability, capability |
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Practice questions
- सुभाषितानि इति किं कथ्यते? Answer: सुष्ठु भाषितानि अर्थात् शोभनानि वचनानि सुभाषितानि कथ्यन्ते।
- सुभाषितपठनेन कः लाभः भवति? Answer: सुभाषितपठनेन आदर्श-मानवजीवन-निर्माणाय प्रेरणा प्राप्यते तथा जीवनस्य रहस्यम् अवगम्यते।
- प्रथमश्लोकः भारतभूमिं विषये किं कथयति? Answer: प्रथमश्लोकः कथयति यत् भारतभूमिः स्वर्गापवर्गासपद-मार्गभूता अस्ति, यत्र देवाः अपि जन्मं ग्रहीतुं इच्छन्ति।
- द्वितीयश्लोकः गुणिनं विषये किं कथयति? Answer: द्वितीयश्लोकः कथयति यत् गुणवान् जनः एव गुणं वेत्ति, निर्गुणः न वेत्ति।
Frequently asked questions
What are Subhashitas?
Subhashitas are well-said words or beautiful, meaningful sayings that offer wisdom and guidance.
What is the benefit of reading Subhashitas?
Reading Subhashitas inspires the creation of an ideal human life, provides guidance on duties, and leads to happiness and prosperity.
What does the first verse say about India?
The first verse states that India is a land that is the path to heaven and liberation, and even gods desire to be born there.
According to the second verse, who can recognize merit?
According to the second verse, only a virtuous person (गुणी) can recognize merit, just as a strong person (बली) recognizes strength.
What is the meaning of 'नीतिश्लोक'?
'नीतिश्लोक' refers to ethical or moral verses that convey lessons for righteous living.
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NCERT Class 8 Sanskrit — Deepakam — Chapter 3 — सुभाषितरसं पीत्वा. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.