Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तेषां दर्पः समभवत परजानां धर्मनाशनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तेषां दर्पः समभवत परजानां धर्मनाशनः
दर्पात्मनां ततः करॊधः पुनस तेषाम अजायत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Pride among people leads to the destruction of dharma.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka warns that excessive pride among individuals leads to the degradation of dharma, resulting in a cycle of anger and further moral decay in society.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक चेतावनी देता है कि व्यक्तियों के बीच अत्यधिक गर्व धर्म के पतन का कारण बनता है, जिससे क्रोध का चक्र और समाज में नैतिक गिरावट होती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse discusses the negative impacts of ego and pride on the social fabric and the adherence to moral principles among individuals.

Meaning

The core message addresses how distraction through pride can lead to downfall, urging humility and self-awareness as vital virtues.

Application

This teaching highlights the importance of humility in personal and communal life, fostering an environment that upholds dharma.