Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – कॊटिः परदीयतां मूल्यं निषादेभ्यः पुरॊहित

Shloka (श्लोक)

[न]कॊटिः परदीयतां मूल्यं निषादेभ्यः पुरॊहित
यद एतद अपि नौपम्यम अतॊ भूयः परदीयताम

⚡ Quick Meaning

A call for a fair price for a certain value offered to the Nishadas.

Translations

English Translation

This verse emphasizes the importance of valuing one’s offerings fairly. It suggests that the price being offered should be comparable to the best available, and if not, it should be reconsidered for greater value.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर जोर देता है कि किसी भी वस्तु या सेवा के लिए एक उचित मूल्य दिया जाना चाहिए। यदि मूल्य उपयुक्त नहीं है, तो इसे फिर से उचित मूल्यांकन करने का सुझाव दिया गया है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Anushasana Parva of the Mahabharata, discussing the fair trade practices among communities.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka lies in the ethical consideration of pricing and its implications for social justice.

Application

This teaching can be applied in modern economics to ensure equity and fairness in trade, promoting mutual respect and balance.