Mahabharata Shanti Parva – संचिनॊत्य अशुभं कर्म कलत्रापेक्षया नरः

Shloka (श्लोक)

संचिनॊत्य अशुभं कर्म कलत्रापेक्षया नरः
ततः कलेशम अवाप्नॊति परत्रेह तथैव च

⚡ Quick Meaning

A person committing sinful actions with family considerations ultimately faces struggles and miseries both here and beyond.

Translations

English Translation

This verse warns that engaging in bad deeds, even when motivated by the desire to protect family, brings about suffering and strife both in this life and in the next. It suggests that moral integrity should not be compromised for familial benefits.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक चेतावनी देता है कि परिवार की भलाई के लिए बुरे कर्मों में लिप्त होना, इस जीवन में और अगले जीवन में भी पीड़ा और संघर्ष लाता है। यह सुझाव देता है कि पारिवारिक लाभ के लिए नैतिकता का त्याग नहीं करना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Shanti Parva emphasizes the consequences of immoral actions even in the name of family.

Meaning

It serves as a reminder of the importance of righteous conduct over familial loyalty when making decisions that carry moral implications.

Application

One should aspire to uphold ethical standards and discourage wrongdoing, regardless of motivations, for lasting peace.