त्यज दुर्जनसंसर्गम् — Word-by-Word Meaning
त्यज दुर्जनसंसर्गम्
Every Sanskrit word explained in English
Word-by-Word Breakdown
त्यज
tyaja
give up, abandon, forsake
दुर्जनसंसर्गम्
durjana-saṁsargam
the company (association) of the wicked
भज
bhaja
resort to, seek, cultivate
साधुसमागमम्
sādhu-samāgamam
the company of the good and virtuous (the holy)
कुरु
kuru
do, perform, practise
पुण्यम्
puṇyam
meritorious deeds, good and righteous acts
अहोरात्रम्
aho-rātram
day and night, continually
स्मर
smara
remember, keep in mind, contemplate
नित्यम्
nityam
always, constantly, ever
अनित्यताम्
anityatām
the impermanence (transience) of all things
Complete Translation
दुर्जनों की संगति त्याग दो; सज्जनों का संग करो। दिन-रात पुण्य कर्म करो, और सदा सब वस्तुओं की अनित्यता का स्मरण रखो। चार संक्षिप्त आदेशों में यह श्लोक सम्यक् जीवन और आध्यात्मिक ज्ञान का सम्पूर्ण मार्ग प्रस्तुत करता है।
Origin & History
Source: Subhashita (classical Sanskrit niti verse)
Author: Unknown (traditional subhashita)
Period: Classical Sanskrit literature
This verse is one of the gems of the Subhashita tradition — short, elegant Sanskrit sayings on wisdom and right living recited for generations and gathered in countless anthologies. With its four crisp imperatives covering company, conduct and contemplation, it has become a cherished summary of the whole art of living well, often taught as a daily rule for both worldly and spiritual life.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Tyaja Durjana Samsargam teach?▼
It gives four commands for right living: give up the company of the wicked, keep the company of the good, do meritorious deeds day and night, and always remember the impermanence of all things. Together they form a complete guide to virtuous and wise living.
Why does the verse stress remembering impermanence?▼
Remembering that all things are transient (anityata) keeps one humble, detached and focused on what truly matters — good company and good deeds — rather than on fleeting pleasures and possessions. It is the foundation of spiritual wisdom.
Is this verse from a particular source?▼
It is a well-known subhashita of classical Sanskrit niti literature, widely quoted in collections of moral verses and spiritual discourses for its complete and memorable rule of conduct.
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