Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – अहिंसा सर्वधर्माणाम इति वृद्धानुशासनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अहिंसा सर्वधर्माणाम इति वृद्धानुशासनम
यद अहिंस्रं भवेत कर्म तत कार्यम इति विद्महे

⚡ Quick Meaning

Non-violence is the highest principle of all duties; if an action is not violent, we consider it the true duty.

Translations

English Translation

This verse emphasizes that non-violence is fundamental to all duties prescribed in ancient wisdom. Actions that are devoid of violence are perceived as the rightful approach to fulfill one’s obligations in life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताते हैं कि अहिंसा सभी धर्मों का मूल सिद्धांत है। जो कार्य हिंसक नहीं होते उन्हें सच्चे कर्म के रूप में माना जाता है, यह प्राचीन ज्ञान का वर्णन करते हुए हमें नैतिकता की ओर प्रेरित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Ashvamedhika Parva, focusing on the significance of non-violence in performing one’s duty.

Meaning

The essence of this verse is to instill the understanding that all actions should align with non-violence for them to be considered righteous.

Application

In daily life, this shloka encourages individuals to adopt a non-violent approach in thoughts, words, and actions to maintain peace and harmony.