Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ऋतम एव हि पूर्वास ते वहन्ति पुरुषॊत्तमाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ऋतम एव हि पूर्वास ते वहन्ति पुरुषॊत्तमाः
तस्माद आर्तायनिः परॊक्तॊ भवान इति मतिर मम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Indeed, the righteous walk the path of truth; hence, I perceive you to be the supreme being.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka extols the virtue of truthfulness, suggesting that the esteemed individuals inherently follow the path of righteousness and truth. It recognizes the noble character of the addressed individual, elevating their status.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सत्य की सद्गुण की महिमा गाता है, यह सुझाव देता है कि प्रतिष्ठित व्यक्ति स्वाभाविक रूप से धर्म और सत्य के मार्ग का अनुसरण करते हैं। यह संबोधित व्यक्ति के गुणों को पहचानता है, उन्हें ऊँचा स्थान प्रदान करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka captures a moment of reverence, stressing the importance of righteous conduct among leaders and the acknowledgment of their moral stance.

Meaning

The essence indicates that adherence to truthfulness is the hallmark of greatness and sets individuals apart as paragons of virtue.

Application

This teaches us to aspire towards truthfulness and integrity, as these qualities elevate our character and earn the respect of others.