Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – अहिंसेति परतिज्ञेयं यदि वक्ष्याम्य अतः परम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अहिंसेति परतिज्ञेयं यदि वक्ष्याम्य अतः परम
शक्यं बहुविधं वक्तुं भवतः कार्यदूषणम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Non-violence must be proclaimed; thus, it can be elaborated due to its significance in condemning harmful actions.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka asserts that declaring non-violence is essential, as it opens the door to discuss the various forms and consequences of harmful actions, emphasizing its critical role in ethical discourse.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि अहिंसा की घोषणा करना आवश्यक है, क्योंकि यह हानिकारक कार्यों के विभिन्न रूपों और परिणामों पर चर्चा के लिए दरवाजा खोलता है, जो नैतिकता में इसकी महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका को रेखांकित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is situated within the Ashvamedhika Parva, addressing the proclamation of non-violence and its importance in ethical evaluations.

Meaning

The message encourages acknowledging non-violence explicitly as a foundation for discussing moral behaviors and duties.

Application

This encourages individuals and communities to integrate discussions of non-violence into moral arguments, enhancing understanding of its implications.