Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न तस्य रुधिरं गात्राद आवेधेभ्यः परवर्तते

Shloka (श्लोक)

न तस्य रुधिरं गात्राद आवेधेभ्यः परवर्तते
स ह तेनैव रक्तेन सर्वपापैः परमुच्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks of the power of purity and its effect on one’s spiritual status.

Translations

English Translation

The blood of one who does not indulge in aggression does not flow from their body; thus, they are liberated from all sins by remaining unscathed.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति आक्रामकता में नहीं लिप्त होता, उसके शरीर से रक्त नहीं बहता; इस तरह, वह हर प्रकार के पापों से मुक्त हो जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects the ideology of non-violence as a pathway to spiritual liberation in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It illustrates how refraining from harm leads to spiritual purity and freedom from negative karma.

Application

In modern contexts, this encourages individuals to avoid conflict and cultivate peace to attain personal growth.