Mahabharata Vana Parva – बिभेमि न तथा मृत्यॊर यथा बिभ्ये ऽनृताद अहम

Shloka (श्लोक)

बिभेमि न तथा मृत्यॊर यथा बिभ्ये ऽनृताद अहम
विशेषेण दविजातीनां सर्वेषां सर्वदा सताम
परदाने जिवितस्यापि न मे ऽतरास्ति विचारणा

⚡ Quick Meaning

I fear not death as much as I fear untruth.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka reflects a deep wisdom where the speaker expresses their profound fear of dishonesty over death itself. It emphasizes the unwavering commitment towards truth, highlighting that the life of those who value truth outweighs their fear of mortality.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक गहरी समझ का परिचय देता है जहाँ वक्ता मौत से अधिक असत्य के प्रति गहरी भय व्यक्त करता है। यह सत्य के प्रति अडिग प्रतिबद्धता पर जोर देता है, यह बताते हुए कि जो सत्य का मूल्य समझते हैं, उनके जीवन का भय मृत्यु से अधिक भारी है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is from the Vana Parva, where the themes of virtue and morality are central amidst conflicts. Here, the speaker highlights the importance of truthfulness in life.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka lies in understanding the hierarchical fears we face in life. It teaches that truth should hold higher value than the fear of physical end.

Application

Seeking truth should empower individuals to overcome fears, guiding them to live righteous lives. This verse inspires intuitive honesty in various social contexts we encounter daily.