Mahabharata Shanti Parva – धनात कुलं परभवति धनाद धर्मः परवर्तते

Shloka (श्लोक)

धनात कुलं परभवति धनाद धर्मः परवर्तते
नाधनस्यास्त्य अयं लॊकॊ न परः पुरुषॊत्तम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Wealth gives rise to a family’s stature, and through wealth, virtue comes forth.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the importance of wealth in establishing social status and moral values, indicating that without wealth, the world seems less impactful, and noble beings are scarce.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सामाजिक प्रतिष्ठा और नैतिक मूल्यों में धन के महत्व को उजागर करता है, यह संकेत करते हुए कि बिना धन के, यह संसार कम प्रभावी लगता है और आदर्श व्यक्ति दुर्लभ होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Shanti Parva reflects the societal norms regarding wealth and its role in spiritual and moral ascendance.

Meaning

The essence is that wealth is not merely fiscal but a key factor in facilitating a morally rich and dignified life.

Application

This shloka inspires listeners to view wealth as a means to enhance their ethical and social standing.