Mahabharata Shanti Parva – मित्रद्रॊहॊ न कर्तव्यः पुरुषेण विशेषतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

मित्रद्रॊहॊ न कर्तव्यः पुरुषेण विशेषतः
मित्र धरुन निरयं घॊरम अनन्तं परतिपद्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

द्रोह करना मित्रता का सबसे बड़ा अपराध है।

Translations

English Translation

This verse warns against the sin of betraying a friend. It states that such betrayal leads a person towards a horrific, endless hell, emphasizing the sacred nature of friendship and the consequences of disloyalty.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक मित्र के प्रति विश्वासघात के पाप की चेतावनी देता है। यह बताता है कि ऐसा विश्वासघात व्यक्ति को भयानक और अनंत नरक की ओर ले जाता है, जो मित्रता की पवित्रता और विश्वासघात के परिणामों को रेखांकित करता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Shanti Parva, this verse highlights the sacred bond of friendship. It suggests that betrayal is not just a crime against the individual but against society’s moral fabric.

Meaning

The shloka conveys that betraying a friend is a severe sin that leads to dire consequences. Respecting and maintaining loyalty towards friends is paramount for a good life.

Application

This teaching encourages us to value loyalty in friendships. Betrayal has far-reaching effects, not just for the betrayer but for society as a whole. We should strive to uphold trust and honor in all our relationships.