Mahabharata Shanti Parva – धर्मः कामश च सवर्गश च हर्षः करॊधः शरुतं दमः

Shloka (श्लोक)

धर्मः कामश च सवर्गश च हर्षः करॊधः शरुतं दमः
अर्थाद एतानि सर्वाणि परवर्तन्ते नराधिप

⚡ Quick Meaning

All actions are influenced by righteousness, desire, happiness, anger, and control.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka articulates that all facets of human behavior, including moral actions, desires, bliss, and even wrath, arise from one’s adherence to dharma or righteousness, urging kings to maintain this order to ensure harmony.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि मानव व्यवहार के सभी पहलू, जैसे नैतिक क्रियाएँ, इच्छाएँ, आनंद और यहां तक कि क्रोध भी धर्म या righteousness से उत्पन्न होते हैं, जिससे राजा को इस व्यवस्था को बनाए रखने का आग्रह किया जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse emphasizes the significance of dharma in human actions, derived from the context of the Shanti Parva which discusses moral governance.

Meaning

The shloka serves as a reminder of how deeply interconnected our behaviors and emotions are to our sense of righteousness.

Application

It encourages leaders and individuals alike to ground their actions in dharma for a balanced and harmonious life.