Mahabharata Shanti Parva – असैनिकॊ ऽधर्मपरश चरेथाः; परां गतिं लप्स्यसे चाप्रमत्तः

Shloka (श्लोक)

असैनिकॊ ऽधर्मपरश चरेथाः; परां गतिं लप्स्यसे चाप्रमत्तः
कषात्रॊ धर्मॊ हय आदिदेवात परवृत्तः; पश्चाद अन्ये शेषभूताश च धर्माः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka emphasizes the importance of adhering to dharma to attain higher goals.

Translations

English Translation

This verse specifies that those who disregard dharma and engage in unrighteous acts will miss out on higher spiritual goals. It also states that adherence to dharma ultimately guides the path for rulers, leading to further moral principles.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो लोग धर्म की अनदेखी करते हैं और अधर्म में लिप्त होते हैं, वे उच्चतर आध्यात्मिक लक्ष्यों को प्राप्त नहीं कर पाएंगे। यह भी कहता है कि धर्म का पालन करना अंततः शासकों के लिए मार्गदर्शन करता है, जिससे अन्य नैतिक सिद्धांतों की प्राप्ति होती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is included in the Shanti Parva, highlighting the connection between dharma and spiritual progression.

Meaning

The essence lies in the fact that adherence to righteousness is key to achieving spiritual elevation and moral ground.

Application

This verse inspires individuals to uphold dharma as a means to achieve higher spiritual aspirations and moral values.