Mahabharata Shanti Parva – कृपणान सततं दृष्ट्वा ततः संजायते कृपा

Shloka (श्लोक)

कृपणान सततं दृष्ट्वा ततः संजायते कृपा
धर्मनिष्ठां यदा वेत्ति तदा शाम्यति सा कृपा

⚡ Quick Meaning

The sight of the needy inspires compassion, and true understanding of righteousness leads to a calm heart.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights that continuously witnessing the plight of the needy evokes a sense of compassion. Furthermore, recognizing and understanding righteousness brings about inner tranquility, reflecting the profound impact of compassion on one’s emotional well-being.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जरूरतमंदों की स्थिति को निरंतर देखकर सहानुभूति उत्पन्न होती है। इसके अलावा, धर्म की समझ और पहचान करते हुए आंतरिक शांति प्राप्त होती है, जो सहानुभूति के मनोवैज्ञानिक कल्याण पर गहरा प्रभाव दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka, found in Shanti Parva, underscores the importance of compassion toward those in need and the impact of righteousness.

Meaning

The teaching emphasizes that empathy for the disadvantaged can lead to a deeper understanding of ethical living and personal peace.

Application

In daily life, engaging in acts of compassion can help cultivate a more stable and serene mindset.