Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – परदारा न गन्तव्याः सर्ववर्णेषु कर्हि चित

Shloka (श्लोक)

परदारा न गन्तव्याः सर्ववर्णेषु कर्हि चित
न हीदृशम अनायुष्यं लॊके किं चन विद्यते
यादृशं पुरुषस्येह परदारॊपसेवनम

⚡ Quick Meaning

In every caste, a person should never approach another’s wife as it manifests deep consequences in life.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights the sanctity of marital relationships. It warns against the consequences of engaging with another’s spouse, emphasizing that such actions bring unavoidable misfortune in life and disrupt societal harmony.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक वैवाहिक संबंधों की पवित्रता को उजागर करता है। यह किसी और की पत्नी के साथ संलग्न होने के परिणामों के प्रति चेतावनी देता है, यह बताते हुए कि ऐसा करना जीवन में अपरिहार्य कठिनाइयाँ लाता है और समाजिक सामंजस्य को बाधित करता है।

Commentary

Context

Part of the Anushasana Parva, this verse outlines ethical conduct regarding relationships and marriage, which are pivotal in sustaining social order.

Meaning

The shloka conveys that respecting marital boundaries is essential for individual and collective well-being, portraying the gravity of such actions in human interactions.

Application

Respect for others’ relationships can be practiced in various modern contexts, fostering trust and a sense of community that promotes overall harmony.