Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स हि धर्मं च सत्यं च तयक्त्वा चरति दुर्मतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

स हि धर्मं च सत्यं च तयक्त्वा चरति दुर्मतिः
न हि संतप्यते तेन तथारूपेण कर्मणा

⚡ Quick Meaning

The wicked person, having abandoned righteousness and truth, does not suffer from the consequences of his deeds.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights the behavior of a misguided individual who neglects righteousness and truth, illustrating how such a person remains unperturbed by their immoral actions. It underscores a moral critique of those who forsake virtue.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक गलत मार्ग पर चलने वाले व्यक्ति के व्यवहार को उजागर करता है जो धर्म और सत्य का त्याग करता है, यह दर्शाता है कि ऐसा व्यक्ति अपनी अमोरल क्रियाओं के परिणामों से अनजान रहता है। यह सदाचार का त्याग करने वालों की नैतिक आलोचना करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is situated in the Udyoga Parva, depicting the consequences faced by the unethical in society.

Meaning

It reflects on the disconnection between actions and accountability for those who abandon basic moral principles.

Application

This teaching urges adherence to righteousness, emphasizing the repercussions of ignoring ethical values even when one appears unaffected.