Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सुवर्णहरणं सतैन्यं विप्रा सङ्गश च पातकम

Shloka (श्लोक)

सुवर्णहरणं सतैन्यं विप्रा सङ्गश च पातकम
विहरन मद्य पानं चाप्य अगम्या गमनं तथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

Stealing gold, harming scholars, and engaging in intoxication are all actions leading to ruin.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka points out the grievous sins of stealing gold, harming learned individuals, and indulging in intoxication, all of which pave the path to downfall and destruction. It reinforces the significance of ethical conduct.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सोने की चोरी, विद्वानों को नुकसान पहुंचाने और नशे में लिप्त होने जैसे पापों के बारे में बताता है, जो सभी विनाश की दिशा में ले जाते हैं। यह नैतिक आचरण के महत्व को सुदृढ़ करता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in Shanti Parva, this shloka warns against harmful behaviors and their dire consequences on an individual and society as a whole.

Meaning

The meaning emphasizes the necessity of avoiding actions that lead to harm and have adverse effects on personal and communal integrity, urging moral rectitude.

Application

This lesson applies to current societal issues, advocating for ethical behavior that fosters trust and harmony among individuals, thereby building safer communities.