Mahabharata Shanti Parva – आर्षम अप्य अत्र पश्यन्ति विकर्मस्थस्य यापनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

आर्षम अप्य अत्र पश्यन्ति विकर्मस्थस्य यापनम
न चार्षात सदृशं किं चित परमाणं विद्यते कव चित

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks about the acceptance of certain actions as unworthy and the rarity of permissible actions similar to them.

Translations

English Translation

The verse indicates that even pleasing actions are rarely viewed favorably and that no similar action can be universally tolerated, emphasizing moral scrutiny.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि यहां तक कि कोई प्रसन्नकारी कार्य भी अक्सर अनुकूल नहीं माना जाता और ऐसा कोई समान कार्य सार्वभौमिक रूप से स्वीकार्य नहीं हो सकता, जो नैतिक परख पर बल देता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is located within the context of dharma discussions in the Shanti Parva, focusing on the ethics of conduct and proper actions.

Meaning

It illustrates the importance of moral evaluation and the unique circumstances of every action in the lens of dharma.

Application

Today, the verse invites one to carefully consider the righteousness of their actions and the implications of judgments made regarding others’ behaviors.