Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अपुरे बाहुबलिनः कृतविद्या मनस्विनः

Shloka (श्लोक)
अपुरे बाहुबलिनः कृतविद्या मनस्विनः
जुगुप्सितां सुकृपणां पापां वृत्तिम उपासते
⚡ Quick Meaning
The capable and knowledgeable bless the paths laid with cunningness.
Translations
English Translation
This verse suggests that the powerful, equipped with knowledge, often favor cunning paths in life, indicating a preference for strategies that may seem morally ambiguous but serve their objectives.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक यह इंगित करता है कि शक्तिशाली और ज्ञानवान व्यक्ति अक्सर जीवन में चालाकी वाले मार्ग को पसंद करते हैं, जो ऐसा संकेत देता है कि वे ऐसे रणनीतियों को अपनाते हैं, जो नैतिकता के संदर्भ में संदिग्ध हैं।
Commentary
Context
This shloka, found in the Shanti Parva, critiques the reliance on cunningness in achieving goals, presenting a moral dilemma in utilizing power and resourcefulness.
Meaning
It signifies that not all paths chosen by the powerful are righteous; the pursuit of knowledge can lead to ethical challenges.
Application
This encourages reflection on the means by which goals are achieved, urging individuals to seek ethical paths in their pursuits.
