Mahabharata Shanti Parva – जीवितुं यः सवयं चेच्छेत कथं सॊ ऽनयं परघातयेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

जीवितुं यः सवयं चेच्छेत कथं सॊ ऽनयं परघातयेत
यद यद आत्मन इच्छेत तत्परस्यापि चिन्तयेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the importance of valuing life and the consequences of one’s actions.

Translations

English Translation

The verse presents a moral imperative that one should not harm others if they themselves value their own life, emphasizing empathy in decision-making.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह सिखाता है कि जिसे अपनी जीवन की अहमियत समझ में आती है, वह कभी दूसरों को हानि नहीं पहुंचा सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in Shanti Parva, stressing the message of life’s sanctity and ethical conduct.

Meaning

It conveys the essence of compassion and prompts individuals to reflect on their actions toward others.

Application

In our daily life, the shloka encourages us to foster a culture of empathy, particularly in tough situations.