Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यश च धर्मात परविचलेल लॊके कश चन मानवः

Shloka (श्लोक)

यश च धर्मात परविचलेल लॊके कश चन मानवः
निग्राह्यस ते स बाहुभ्यां शश्वद धर्मम अवेक्षतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

No individual who deviates from righteousness can be restrained by any means.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights the nature of individuals who stray from the path of righteousness. It suggests that such individuals cannot be controlled by external forces since their commitment to Dharma (righteousness) is compromised.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन व्यक्तियों की प्रकृति को उजागर करता है जो धर्म के मार्ग से भटक जाते हैं। यह सुझाव देता है कि ऐसे व्यक्तियों को बाहरी शक्तियों द्वारा नियंत्रित नहीं किया जा सकता क्योंकि उनका धर्म के प्रति समर्पण कमजोर हो जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is situated within teachings on Dharma in the Shanti Parva, serving as a reminder of the consequences of straying from moral principles.

Meaning

The significance lies in understanding that true adherence to Dharma is internal and cannot be enforced externally if the individual has lost their way.

Application

By reflecting on this teaching, one can realize the importance of self-regulation and the internal responsibility required to uphold one’s moral and ethical commitments.