Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यस्माद धनस्यॊपपत्तिर एकान्तेन न विद्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

यस्माद धनस्यॊपपत्तिर एकान्तेन न विद्यते
तस्माद आपद्य अधर्मॊ ऽपि शरूयते धर्मलक्षणः

⚡ Quick Meaning

We cannot ascertain wealth’s presence without thorough assessment; hence, even wrongdoings are often considered marks of righteousness.

Translations

English Translation

This verse indicates that wealth cannot be understood in isolation. It suggests that even negative actions may sometimes conform to the definition of dharma. Thus, discerning true dharma requires deep understanding.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि धन को अकेले में नहीं समझा जा सकता। यह संकेत करता है कि कभी-कभी नकारात्मक कर्म भी धर्म की परिभाषा में शामिल हो सकते हैं। इसलिए, सही धर्म का निर्धारण गहरे ज्ञान की मांग करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Shanti Parva, reflecting on the nature of wealth and righteousness in life’s conduct.

Meaning

The essence of the verse is that understanding wealth and morality requires context and cannot be done superficially.

Application

In modern life, it reminds us to deeply analyze situations rather than accept surface appearances, guiding towards informed decisions.