Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 9168
Shloka (श्लोक)
यदि वै वक्ष्यसि मृषा परह्लादाथ न वक्ष्यसि
शतधा ते शिरॊ वज्री वज्रेण परहरिष्यति
⚡ Quick Meaning
If you indeed speak falsely, then you will not speak; a hundred times shall the thunderbolt strike your head.
📖 Translations
English Translation
This shloka warns against the consequences of dishonest speech. It suggests that if one speaks untruth, they may find themselves silenced by the repercussions of their actions, depicted metaphorically as a thunderbolt striking them repeatedly as punishment for their misdeeds.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक असत्य वचन के परिणामों के खिलाफ चेतावनी देता है। यह सुझाव देता है कि यदि कोई असत्य बोलता है, तो उसे अपने कार्यों के परिणामों से चुप करा दिया जाएगा, जिसे उपमा के रूप में एक गरजते हुए वज्र के बार-बार वार करने के रूप में चित्रित किया गया है।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
Positioned within the Sabha Parva, this verse emphasizes the importance of honesty and integrity in speech amidst the ongoing dialogues in the epic, where the consequences of untruths are made apparent.
🧘 Meaning
This expression reflects a strong moral stance on truthfulness, illustrating that dishonest words can lead to severe consequences, showcasing the weight and importance of honest dialogue.
🌟 Application
This shloka urges individuals to weigh their words carefully, reinforcing the principle that honesty should govern communication to pave the way for healthy and constructive interactions.
