Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – हरीमान हि पापं परद्वेष्टि तस्य शरीर अभिवर्धते

Shloka (श्लोक)

हरीमान हि पापं परद्वेष्टि तस्य शरीर अभिवर्धते
शरीमान स यावद भवन्ति तावद भवति पूरुषः

⚡ Quick Meaning

A virtuous person avoids sin and grows continually, while one who engages in virtue remains so until their end.

Translations

English Translation

A person of virtue abhors sin; such a person thrives in this life. As long as a man is virtuous, he is considered a true human being. This implies that righteousness leads to growth and fulfillment.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक सदाचारी व्यक्ति पाप से दूरी बनाकर चलता है; ऐसा व्यक्ति इस जीवन में फलता-फूलता है। जब तक एक व्यक्ति सदाचार में रहता है, तब तक उसे सच्चा मनुष्य माना जाता है। यह सिद्ध करता है कि धर्म जीवन में वृद्धि और संतोष को लाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the value of virtue and its impact on an individual’s growth. It is a part of the Udyoga Parva of the Mahabharata.

Meaning

The essence is that a righteous person flourishes and continues to be human as long as they stick to their dharma.

Application

In our daily lives, we should strive to embody virtuous qualities, as they are essential for personal and moral growth.