Mahabharata Shanti Parva – आशया तव अभिपन्नानाम अकृत्वाश्रु परमार्जनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

आशया तव अभिपन्नानाम अकृत्वाश्रु परमार्जनम
राजा वा राजपुत्रॊ वा भरूण हत्यैव युज्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka warns against the consequences of emotionally driven actions, particularly in leadership roles.

Translations

English Translation

Realizing the emotional burdens, it suggests that whether a king or a prince, engaging in wrongful acts leads to severe consequences akin to the heinous crime of infanticide.

हिंदी अनुवाद

भावनात्मक बोझों को समझते हुए, यह सुझाव देता है कि चाहे राजा हो या राजकुमार, गलत कामों में संलग्न होना गंभीर परिणामों का कारण बनता है जो भ्रूण हत्या के समान होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is included in the Shanti Parva and articulates the burden of actions taken without wise reflection in a leadership context.

Meaning

It conveys that decisions made under emotional duress are often misguided and can lead to irreversible harm, illustrating the need for responsible leadership.

Application

This shloka encourages leaders to reflect carefully before acting, reminding them of their responsibilities to their people and society.