Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – अहिंसा सर्वभूतानां नित्यम अस्मासु रॊचते

Shloka (श्लोक)

अहिंसा सर्वभूतानां नित्यम अस्मासु रॊचते
परत्यक्षतः साधयामॊ न परॊक्षम उपास्महे

⚡ Quick Meaning

Non-violence is appealing to all beings, and we should practice it openly rather than in secrecy.

Translations

English Translation

This verse emphasizes that non-violence appeals to all forms of life and should be practiced publicly. Acting without hidden motives reinforces the principle of non-violence in sincere and transparent ways.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि अहिंसा सभी प्राणियों को प्रिय है और इसे सार्वजनिक रूप से अभ्यास करना चाहिए। छिपे हुए इरादों के बिना कार्य करना अहिंसा के सिद्धांत को सच्चे और स्पष्ट तरीकों से मजबूत करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka resides in the Ashvamedhika Parva, stressing the universal appeal of non-violence and its implementation.

Meaning

It conveys that non-violence should be a public practice embraced by everyone, reinforcing trust and ethical living.

Application

This encourages individuals to openly promote non-violent practices in their lives and communities to inspire wider acceptance and understanding.