Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – यस तु शुक्लाभिजातीयः पराणिघात विवर्जकः
Shloka (श्लोक)
यस तु शुक्लाभिजातीयः पराणिघात विवर्जकः
निक्षिप्तदण्डॊ निर्दण्डॊ न हिनस्ति कदा चन
⚡ Quick Meaning
A person free from harming others and cruelty never inflicts pain on living beings.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka asserts that individuals identified with purity and uprightness, who do not harm others, remain untainted. They are never the one’s to cause pain or suffering, thus embodying the virtues of compassion and non-violence.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि जो लोग पवित्रता और उत्कृष्टता के साथ जुड़े होते हैं, वे दूसरों को नुकसान नहीं पहुंचाते हैं। वे कभी दुख या पीड़ा का कारण नहीं बनते और दयालुता और अहिंसा के गुणों का प्रदर्शन करते हैं।
Commentary
Context
This verse is found in Anushasana Parva, illustrating the ideal characteristics of a righteous person.
Meaning
It emphasizes the importance of compassion and the moral high ground taken by those who choose not to harm others.
Application
By adhering to principles of non-violence, individuals can positively contribute to their surroundings, reinforcing a cycle of benevolence and kindness.
