Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न च तेभ्यॊ धनं देयं शक्ये सति कथं चन

Shloka (श्लोक)

न च तेभ्यॊ धनं देयं शक्ये सति कथं चन
पापेभ्यॊ हि धनं दत्तं दातारम अपि पीडयेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the implications of giving wealth to the sinful.

Translations

English Translation

This verse asserts that granting wealth to those who do not deserve it can lead to suffering for the giver, as sins do not simply disappear with charity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जिन लोगों के योग्य नहीं होते, उन्हें धन देने से देने वाले को कष्ट हो सकता है, क्योंकि पाप दान से समाप्त नहीं होते।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in discussions of moral choices, emphasizing responsibility in financial dealings.

Meaning

It indicates that wealth given to the unworthy can ultimately lead one to face distress, reinforcing the idea that charity should be thoughtful.

Application

This shloka encourages discernment in charitable actions, reminding us to consider the morality of recipients before giving.