Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सत्यं धर्मे परशंसन्ति विप्रर्षिपितृदेवताः
Shloka (श्लोक)
[य]सत्यं धर्मे परशंसन्ति विप्रर्षिपितृदेवताः
सत्यम इच्छाम्य अहं शरॊतुं तन मे बरूहि पितामह
⚡ Quick Meaning
O revered ancestors, tell me about the qualities of truthfulness that are praised in Dharma.
Translations
English Translation
In this shloka, the speaker humbly asks the respected ancestors and sages to elucidate the important qualities of truth as praised in Dharma. Here, truthfulness is presented as a fundamental principle in ethical living.
हिंदी अनुवाद
इस श्लोक में, वक्ता आदरणीय पूर्वजों और ऋषियों से विनम्रता से मांगता है कि वे धर्म में प्रशंसा की गई सत्य की गुणों को स्पष्ट करें। यहां, सत्यवादिता को नैतिक जीवन में एक मौलिक सिद्धांत के रूप में प्रस्तुत किया गया है।
Commentary
Context
This verse occurs within themes in the Shanti Parva focused on the essential qualities of truthfulness and its critical role in Dharma and ethics.
Meaning
It signifies the respect afforded to truthfulness, indicating its prominence in personal and societal behavior, critical for spiritual growth and ethical standards.
Application
This verse encourages individuals to seek and uphold truth in their lives, understanding its profound implications for personal integrity and societal harmony.
