Mahabharata Shanti Parva – आशायास तनयॊ ऽधर्मः करॊधॊ ऽसूया सुतः समृतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

आशायास तनयॊ ऽधर्मः करॊधॊ ऽसूया सुतः समृतः
पुत्रॊ लॊभॊ निकृत्यास तु कृतघ्नॊ नार्हति परजाम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka outlines the various negative traits inherited by the son of despair, including anger and ingratitude.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka explores the offspring of despair, embodying traits such as unrighteousness, anger, and jealousy. It asserts that such descendants, marked by greed and ingratitude, are unworthy of social respect and compassion.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक निराशा की संतान को दर्शाता है, जिसमें अधर्म, क्रोध और ईर्ष्या जैसे गुण विद्यमान हैं। यह बताता है कि ऐसी संतानों, जो लोभ और कृतघ्नता से भरी होती हैं, समाज में सम्मान और दया के योग्य नहीं होतीं।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Shanti Parva, where discussions about moral decay and the consequences of negative behavioral traits are highlighted.

Meaning

The message underscores the damaging effects of negative traits on individuals and society, emphasizing the importance of nurturing positive qualities.

Application

One can apply this teaching by working to cultivate virtues and eliminate negative traits in both personal conduct and societal interactions.