Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अन्यथा हय उचिताः पूर्वं परद्रव्यापहारिणः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अन्यथा हय उचिताः पूर्वं परद्रव्यापहारिणः
अशक्ताः किं चिद आदातुं दरव्यं गॊमायुयन्त्रिताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the consequences of taking what is not yours and reflects on the implications of energy wasted on futile endeavors.

Translations

English Translation

The message points out that if prior to enacting some measures, one attempts to seize others’ possessions, they may find themselves weak and unable to act, leading to wasted efforts.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि यदि किसी कार्रवाई करने से पहले कोई दूसरों की संपत्ति को जब्त करने का प्रयास करता है, तो वे कमजोर और क्रियाशीलता में असमर्थ हो सकते हैं, जिससे प्रयास व्यर्थ हो जाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in discussions surrounding ethical behavior and responsibility in the Shanti Parva, reinforcing the value of integrity.

Meaning

The essence cautions against unethical tactics that leads to self-sabotage and poor outcomes.

Application

Today, it highlights the long-term consequences of unethical behavior in personal and corporate life.