Mahabharata Vana Parva – न छन्दांसि वृजिनात तारयन्ति; मायाविनं मायया वर्तमानम

Shloka (श्लोक)

न छन्दांसि वृजिनात तारयन्ति; मायाविनं मायया वर्तमानम
नीडं शकुन्ता इव जातपक्षाश; छन्दांस्य एनं परजहत्य अन्तकाले

⚡ Quick Meaning

Deceptive practices do not save from calamity; only truth prevails.

Translations

English Translation

Illusions created by deceit are useless in protecting from downfall; true stability, like a bird’s nest, ultimately lies in veracity, forsaking falsehoods.

हिंदी अनुवाद

धोोकाधारी प्रथाएँ विनाश से नहीं बचाती; सच्चाई ही सच्ची सुरक्षा प्रदान करती है, जैसे चिड़िया का घोंसला अंत में स्थिरता बनाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka illustrates the futility of relying on deceitful measures for safety.

Meaning

It affirms that only adherence to absolute truth invites real protection and security.

Application

Encourages individuals to value honesty over deceptive tactics for genuine success.