Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यत्राधर्मॊ धर्मरूपाणि बिभ्रद; धर्मः कृत्स्नॊ दृश्यते ऽधर्मरूपः

Shloka (श्लोक)

यत्राधर्मॊ धर्मरूपाणि बिभ्रद; धर्मः कृत्स्नॊ दृश्यते ऽधर्मरूपः
तथा धर्मॊ धारयन धर्मरूपं; विद्वांसस तं संप्रपश्यन्ति बुद्ध्या

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses the complexity of recognizing dharma and adharma in societal behaviors.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka indicates that where there is adharma, dharma takes form and becomes apparent; wise individuals can discern the deeper implications of both.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि जहाँ अधर्म होता है, वहाँ धर्म अपना रूप धारण करता है और प्रकट होता है; ज्ञानी लोग दोनों के गहरे अर्थ को पहचान सकते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is explored in the Udyoga Parva, which discusses ethical framework and the community’s perception of actions.

Meaning

It implies that understanding righteousness goes beyond the surface and requires intellect and insight.

Application

In everyday scenarios, it calls for deeper reflection on moral choices rather than accepting superficial appearances.