Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न शौचम अनुरुध्यन्त तेषां सूदजनास तथा

Shloka (श्लोक)

न शौचम अनुरुध्यन्त तेषां सूदजनास तथा
मनसा कर्मणा वाचा भकम आसीद अनावृतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

There is no purity among those who have degraded their conduct mentally and verbally.

Translations

English Translation

This verse points out that individuals who lack discipline in thought, word, and action cannot experience true purity. It suggests that moral cleanliness originates from internal alignment with righteousness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो लोग मानसिक और वाचिक दृष्टि से अनुशासनहीन हैं, वे सच्ची शुद्धता का अनुभव नहीं कर सकते। यह सुझाव देता है कि नैतिक स्वच्छता का स्रोत धर्म के प्रति आंतरिक समन्वय है।

Commentary

Context

In the Shanti Parva, this verse teaches the moral standards one must adhere to for leading a pure life.

Meaning

Purity is not merely physical but arises from the alignment of thoughts, words, and deeds in harmony with dharma.

Application

Strive for consistency between thoughts, speech, and actions to manifest a truly virtuous life grounded in integrity and purpose.