Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – पराणातिपातं सतैन्यं च परदानम अथापि च

Shloka (श्लोक)

पराणातिपातं सतैन्यं च परदानम अथापि च
तरीणि पापानि कायेन सर्वतः परिवर्जयेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse advises against certain harmful actions to avoid sin.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka warns against the acts of killing, theft, and giving harmful gifts, suggesting that such actions lead to sin and should be entirely avoided.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक हत्या, चोरी और हानिकारक उपहार देने जैसी क्रियाओं के खिलाफ चेतावनी देता है। यह बताता है कि ऐसे कार्य पाप की ओर ले जाते हैं और इन्हें पूरी तरह से टालना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

Within Anushasana Parva, this shloka lays down essential ethical guidelines for actions that must be avoided to lead a righteous life.

Meaning

The emphasis is on ethical living and the avoidance of actions that can result in negative karmic consequences.

Application

This serves as guidance for individuals to lead a virtuous life by abstaining from harmful actions and thoughts.