Mahabharata

Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 702

Shloka (श्लोक)

पृष्टॊ हि साक्षी यः साक्ष्यं जानमानॊ ऽनयथा वदेत
स पूर्वान आत्मनः सप्त कुले हन्यात तथा परान

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka speaks about the witness who, aware of the truth, should speak or act accordingly.

📖 Translations

English Translation

The one who is asked is a witness; if he knows the truth and deviates from it, it can lead to destruction, not only of the self but also of others due to the bad karma involved.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति पूछे जाने पर सत्य जानता है, यदि वह उससे भटकता है, तो यह केवल उसकी ही नहीं बल्कि दूसरों की भी हानि कर सकता है, जो उसके किए गए कर्मों के दुष्परिणाम हैं।

🔍 Commentary

📜 Context

This verse underlines the weight of truth in the moral and social fabric, especially in decision-making.

🧘 Meaning

Disregarding the truth as a witness not only affects oneself but can also harm the lives of those connected to you.

🌟 Application

It reminds us of the accountability that comes with knowledge; we must act with integrity and honesty.

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