Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 3457
Shloka (श्लोक)
इदं मे मतम आदत्स्व सत्यं सत्यवतां वर
नैव जातॊ न वाजात ईदृशं वक्तुम उत्सहेत
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka emphasizes the importance of truthfulness and propriety in speaking and decision-making.
📖 Translations
English Translation
The speaker expresses, “This is my opinion, adhere to it. True is the essence of truth-tellers; one should not speak what one is not fit to.” It underscores the virtue of speaking appropriately.
हिंदी अनुवाद
वक्ता कहता है, “यह मेरा मत है, इसे अपनाओ। सत्य बोलने वालों का सार सच्चाई में है; किसी को भी ऐसा कुछ नहीं कहना चाहिए जो वह कहने के योग्य न हो।” यह उचित बोलने की योग्यता के महत्व को रेखांकित करता है।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
This verse conveys a crucial lesson on the significance of speaking the truth, relevant for kings making impactful decisions.
🧘 Meaning
It stresses the responsibility of individuals in positions of power to communicate correctly and truthfully without overstepping their boundaries.
🌟 Application
In today’s society, upholding the virtue of speaking only what is true and justified is essential for integrity in personal and professional interactions.
