Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – मानसं सर्वभूतानां धर्मम आहुर मनीषिणः

Shloka (श्लोक)

मानसं सर्वभूतानां धर्मम आहुर मनीषिणः
तस्मात सर्वाणि भूतानि धर्मम एव समासते

⚡ Quick Meaning

The wise proclaim that the essence of all beings is righteousness; thus, all creatures embody this virtue.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka asserts that the fundamental nature of all living beings is rooted in dharma (righteousness), as recognized by the wise. This universality implies a shared moral responsibility that binds all creatures in mutual ethics.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह स्पष्ट करता है कि सभी जीवों की मूल प्रकृति धर्म में निहित है, जैसा कि ज्ञानी लोग मानते हैं। इस सभी प्राणियों को साझा नैतिक जिम्मेदारी में बांधता है, जो उन्हें आपस में जोड़ता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse encompasses universal themes of righteousness found throughout the Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

It conveys that all beings, irrespective of their differences, are fundamentally connected through the principles of righteousness.

Application

This invites us to act ethically and compassionately towards all living beings, recognizing our shared nature.