Mahabharata Shanti Parva – पराणत्राणे ऽनृतं वाच्यम आत्मनॊ वा परस्य वा

Shloka (श्लोक)

पराणत्राणे ऽनृतं वाच्यम आत्मनॊ वा परस्य वा
गुर्वर्थे सत्रीषु चैव सयाद विवाह करणेषु च

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka states that in urgent matters of life preservation, one may speak untruths, particularly related to a teacher or women in marriage.

Translations

English Translation

This verse elaborates on the moral complexities faced in extreme situations where preserving life might necessitate falsehoods, specifically in contexts involving teachers and marriages.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन नैतिक जटिलताओं पर प्रकाश डालता है जो उन अपातकालीन स्थितियों में सामने आती हैं जहाँ जीवन को संरक्षित करने के लिए झूठ बोलना आवश्यक हो सकता है, विशेषकर गुरु और विवाह में महिलाओं के संदर्भ में।

Commentary

Context

This guideline arises within the Shanti Parva’s discussion on the moral intricacies of truth-telling under duress and its implications for various societal roles.

Meaning

It highlights that in dire situations, ethical norms may shift, raising questions about morality and necessity.

Application

In crisis scenarios, navigating the balance between truth and necessity can foster critical ethical discussions in real-life situations.