Mahabharata Shanti Parva – कषिप्रं परणुदते पापं सत्कारं लभते तथा

Shloka (श्लोक)

कषिप्रं परणुदते पापं सत्कारं लभते तथा
अपि चैनं परसीदन्ति भूतानि जड मूकवत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Quickly evicting sin brings immediate respect from beings.

Translations

English Translation

This verse states that those who quickly rid themselves of sin earn the esteem and reverence of all beings. Conversely, it also suggests that inaction in matters of righteousness may lead to being perceived as unresponsive, akin to lifeless entities.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो लोग तेजी से पापों से छुटकारा पाते हैं, उन्हें सभी प्राणियों का सम्मान और श्रद्धा प्राप्त होती है। इसके विपरीत, न्याय के मामलों में निष्क्रियता व्यक्ति को जड और मूक तत्वों के समान समझा सकती है।

Commentary

Context

This teaching in the Shanti Parva conveys the urgency of spiritual engagement and morality after the lessons learned through the Kurukshetra conflict.

Meaning

The essence of the verse is the importance of promptly addressing wrongdoing to maintain integrity and gain societal respect.

Application

This can be applied by striving for timely resolutions in ethical dilemmas and encouraging a life of righteousness to earn respect.