Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – चिराभिपन्नः कविभिः पूर्वं धर्म उदाहृतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

चिराभिपन्नः कविभिः पूर्वं धर्म उदाहृतः
तेनाचारेण पूर्वेण संस्था भवति शाश्वती

⚡ Quick Meaning

The ancient wisdom of dharma establishes lasting traditions through the revealing of knowledge.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka speaks of how eternal truths of dharma, as revealed by sages of old, create enduring structures and traditions that guide society in a righteous manner, founded on historical precedents.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि प्राचीन ज्ञान और धर्म के शाश्वत सत्य समाज में स्थायी ढांचे और परंपराएं स्थापित करते हैं, जो ऐतिहासिक उदाहरणों पर आधारित होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated within a section dedicated to the exploration of righteous conduct and its impact over generations.

Meaning

The teaching encapsulates the idea that the essence of dharma provides a foundation for lasting order and meaning in society.

Application

It encourages individuals to respect and uphold traditions that resonate with ethical values and guidance from the past.