Mahabharata Shanti Parva – इति स शलाघते नित्यं तेन पापेन कर्मणा

Shloka (श्लोक)

इति स शलाघते नित्यं तेन पापेन कर्मणा
इदम उक्तॊ मया कश चित संमतॊ जनसंसदि
स तत्र वरीडितः शुष्कॊ मृतकल्पॊ ऽवतिष्ठति

⚡ Quick Meaning

Such a person is praised continuously yet remains bound by sinful actions, appearing lifeless in the assembly.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights the contrast between superficial praise and the underlying reality of a person’s actions. It points out the futility of hollow accolades that do not stem from genuine merit but from wrongful deeds.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सतही प्रशंसा और किसी व्यक्ति के कार्यों की अंतर्निहित वास्तविकता के बीच के विपरीत को उजागर करता है। यह बताता है कि खाली प्रशंसा कितनी निष्फल होती है जो वास्तव में गलत कार्यों से उत्पन्न होती है।

Commentary

Context

Appearing in the Shanti Parva, it discusses the disconnect between public admiration and private morality.

Meaning

It underscores the importance of aligning one’s actions with genuine values rather than seeking validation from unreliable sources.

Application

This teaching encourages self-reflection to ensure that one’s pursuits align with authentic values rather than being driven solely by external recognition.