Mahabharata Shanti Parva – परज्ञान परणाशको मोहतथा धर्मार्थनाशकः

Shloka (श्लोक)

परज्ञान परणाशको मोहतथा धर्मार्थनाशकः
तस्मान नास्तिकता चैव दुराचारश च जायते

⚡ Quick Meaning

Knowledge overcomes ignorance and wrongdoing, leading to negligence of righteousness.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights the power of wisdom to dispel ignorance and the consequences of immoral actions. It states that neglecting spiritual and ethical principles leads to wickedness, resulting in societal chaos. Wisdom is portrayed as crucial for maintaining Dharma.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक ज्ञान की शक्ति को अज्ञानता और दुराचार दूर करने में बताता है। यह कहता है कि आत्मिक और नैतिक सिद्धांतों की अनदेखी करने से बुराइयाँ जन्म लेती हैं, जिसके परिणामस्वरूप सामाजिक अव्यवस्था होती है। ज्ञान को धर्म बनाए रखने के लिए महत्वपूर्ण दर्शाया गया है।

Commentary

Context

This verse comes from the Shanti Parva, which focuses on peace and the duties of an individual towards society and oneself.

Meaning

The essence reflects the importance of understanding and wisdom in achieving moral integrity. Ignorance leads to unethical behavior, which disrupts social harmony.

Application

This shloka emphasizes the necessity of knowledge to counteract wrongdoing, urging individuals to pursue education and ethical living for societal betterment.