Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 13933
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Shloka (श्लोक)
विहितं भक्षणं राजन पीड्यमानस्य मे कषुधा
मा भाङ्क्षीर धर्मलॊभेन धर्मम उत्सृष्टवान असि
⚡ Quick Meaning
Do not relinquish your dharma due to hunger, O King, when faced with suffering.
📖 Translations
English Translation
This shloka reminds the king not to give up his righteousness due to hunger or pain. Despite facing hardship, a ruler must adhere to dharma and not be lured by greed, emphasizing the importance of duty and moral integrity.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक राजा को बताता है कि भूख या पीड़ा के कारण अपने धर्म को न छोड़ें। कठिनाइयों का सामना करते हुए, एक शासक को हमेशा अपने धर्म का पालन करना चाहिए और लालच में नहीं आना चाहिए, जो कर्त्तव्य और नैतिकता के महत्व को दर्शाता है।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
This verse appears in the Vana Parva, where the protagonists struggle with hunger and moral dilemmas during their exile.
🧘 Meaning
It emphasizes that external circumstances should not sway one’s commitment to righteousness. Hunger is presented as a test of one’s virtue.
🌟 Application
In challenging situations, staying true to one’s principles is crucial. This teaching encourages individuals to remain steadfast in their values amid adversity.
