Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – परमाणम अप्रमाणं यः कुर्यान मॊहवशं गतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

परमाणम अप्रमाणं यः कुर्यान मॊहवशं गतः
भृत्यॊ व यदि वा पुत्रस तपस्वी वापि कश चन
पापान सर्वैर उपायैस तान नियच्छेद घातयेत वा

⚡ Quick Meaning

One who acts through delusion, whether servant or son, should be restrained by all means, even to the point of punishment.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka discusses the necessity of controlling those who act out of ignorance or delusion, regardless of their status, suggesting that strict measures, including punishment, may be warranted to eliminate harmful behaviors.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन लोगों को नियंत्रित करने की आवश्यकता की बात करता है जो अज्ञानता या मॊहवश कार्य करते हैं, चाहे वे दास हों या पुत्र, यह सुझाव देता है कि हानिकारक व्यवहार को समाप्त करने के लिए कठोर उपाय, जिसमें दंड भी शामिल हो सकता है, उचित हो सकता है।

Commentary

Context

The context reflects the imperatives of leadership in maintaining both individual accountability and societal well-being.

Meaning

This shloka suggests that ignorance must not be tolerated if it leads to conflict and disorder, hence the call for corrective measures.

Application

In today’s context, leaders and guardians must address destructive behavior decisively, encouraging a culture of accountability and ethical conduct.