Mahabharata Shanti Parva – वातं षष्ठीवनं चैव कुर्वते चास्य संनिधौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

वातं षष्ठीवनं चैव कुर्वते चास्य संनिधौ
निर्लज्जा नरशार्दूल वयाहरन्ति च तद वचः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the behavior of shameless persons in the presence of powerful individuals.

Translations

English Translation

This verse points to the audacity of certain individuals who unashamedly act inappropriately in the presence of powerful figures. It serves as a critique of moral decay and the failure to recognize the sanctity of power and status.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन निर्लज्ज व्यक्तियों के व्यवहार की चर्चा करता है जो शक्तिशाली व्यक्तियों की उपस्थिति में अनुचित तरीके से कार्य करते हैं। यह नैतिक पतन और शक्ति एवं स्थिति की पवित्रता को पहचानने में विफलता की आलोचना करता है।

Commentary

Context

Located in the Shanti Parva, this shloka discusses the disregard and impudence observed in hierarchical relationships within society.

Meaning

It underlines the importance of recognizing and respecting the authority in social interactions, highlighting a moral obligation.

Application

One should strive to maintain decorum and integrity in interactions with those in positions of power, fostering an atmosphere of respect.