Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – वादं तु यॊ न परवदेन न वादयेद; यॊ नाहतः परतिहन्यान न घातयेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

वादं तु यॊ न परवदेन न वादयेद; यॊ नाहतः परतिहन्यान न घातयेत
यॊ हन्तुकामस्य न पापम इच्छेत; तस्मै देवाः सपृहयन्त्य आगताय

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates the virtues of restraint and non-violence in arguments and actions.

Translations

English Translation

A person who does not engage in arguments, who neither harms nor wishes violence upon others, is cherished by the divine. Such restraint is seen as a true virtue and earns divine favor.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वह व्यक्ति जो बहस में नहीं पड़ता, जो न तो दूसरों को हानि पहुँचाता है और न ही किसी प्रकार का हिंसा चाहता है, देवों द्वारा प्रिय होता है। ऐसी संयमिता को वास्तव में एक सच्ची गुण माना जाता है और यह दिव्य कृपा को अर्जित करती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Udyoga Parva teaches the importance of non-violence and calmness in interpersonal relationships.

Meaning

The significance of control over one’s impulses and actions in order to cultivate peaceful coexistence is emphasized.

Application

Embracing non-violence and restraint in conflicts can lead not only to personal peace but also to harmony within the community.