Shloka (श्लोक)
धनेन जयते लॊकाव उभौ परम इमं तथा
Satyam cha dharmavachanam yatha nastya adhanas tatha
⚡ Quick Meaning
Wealth can create both heaven and hell for individuals; truth and righteousness cannot exist without wealth.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka emphasizes that wealth plays a vital role in the world, as both prosperity and misery can stem from it. It further stresses that without wealth, neither truth nor righteousness can prevail, indicating the need for material resources in ethical living.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि धन की महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका होती है, क्योंकि इसके कारण सुख और दुःख दोनों उत्पन्न हो सकते हैं। यह यह भी इंगित करता है कि धन के बिना न सत्य और न धर्म स्थापित हो सकते हैं, जो नैतिक जीवन के लिए भौतिक संसाधनों की आवश्यकता को दर्शाता है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka is found in the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, dedicated to the principles of governance and morality in leadership.
Meaning
The meaning revolves around the notion that wealth is foundational for the existence of truth and righteousness in society.
Application
In our daily lives, this can remind us to seek wealth responsibly while ensuring that it aligns with our moral values.
