Mahabharata Drona Parva – स तवम एवंविधं कृत्वा कर्म चाण्डालवत सवयम

Shloka (श्लोक)

स तवम एवंविधं कृत्वा कर्म चाण्डालवत सवयम
वक्तुम इच्छसि वक्तव्यः कस्मान मां परुषाण्य अथ

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses a challenge directed at a character, questioning the nature of their statements.

Translations

English Translation

In this verse, the speaker questions why someone, who has acted as a lower class (Chandal) in their actions, has the audacity to criticize or talk harshly to them. It conveys the theme of hypocritical behavior in discourse.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में, वक्ता यह प्रश्न करता है कि क्यों कोई, जिसने अपने कार्यों में चाण्डाल के समान व्यवहार किया है, उन्हें कठोरता से बात करने का साहस करता है। यह संवाद में कपटपूर्ण व्यवहार के विषय को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set against the backdrop of confrontations in the Drona Parva, where judgments are made based on action and reputation.

Meaning

The underlying message emphasizes self-awareness and responsibility in one’s conduct, particularly when engaging in discourse with others.

Application

This shloka invites reflection on our own actions before passing judgment on others, promoting integrity in communication.