Mahabharata Shanti Parva – ततस तिष्ये ऽथ संप्राप्ते युगे कलिपुरस्कृते

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततस तिष्ये ऽथ संप्राप्ते युगे कलिपुरस्कृते
एकपादस्थितॊ धर्मॊ यत्र तत्र भविष्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

In the age of Kali, Dharma will stand on one leg wherever it exists.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka indicates that during the Kali Yuga, Dharma (righteousness) will be present in a weakened state, symbolized by standing on one leg. This emphasizes the challenges of maintaining virtue in difficult times.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह दर्शाता है कि कलियुग में धर्म एक पैर पर खड़ा होगा, जो कि उसकी कमजोर स्थिति को व्यक्त करता है। यह कठिन समय में सदाचार बनाए रखने की चुनौतियों को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

The context of this shloka is found in the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, discussing the state of Dharma in the Kali Yuga.

Meaning

This suggests that in the current age of conflict and moral degradation, righteousness can be fragile.

Application

It urges individuals to uphold Dharma even in the face of adversity, facilitating a path toward greater moral integrity.