Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – लवणं चॊरयित्वा तु चीरी वाकः परजायते

Shloka (श्लोक)

लवणं चॊरयित्वा तु चीरी वाकः परजायते
दधि हृत्वा बकश चापि पलवॊ मत्स्यान असंस्कृतान

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka explains that theft leads to the birth of negative qualities in a person.

Translations

English Translation

When one steals salt, their speech becomes like that of a parrot. If one takes away yogurt, they become like a crane, and may also create disturbances among unpurified fish.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब कोई नमक चुराता है, तो उसकी वाणी तोते जैसी हो जाती है। यदि कोई दही लेता है, तो वह बगुले की तरह बन जाता है, और अशुद्ध मछलियों के बीच भी विघ्न उत्पन्न करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Anushasana Parva, emphasizing the transformative effects of dishonesty.

Meaning

It highlights the idea that theft not only affects material possessions but also alters personal traits.

Application

Individuals are encouraged to value honesty to cultivate positive characteristics in themselves.