Mahabharata Shanti Parva – मिथ्याप्रतिज्ञॊ राम तवं कत्थसे जनसंसदि

Shloka (श्लोक)

मिथ्याप्रतिज्ञॊ राम तवं कत्थसे जनसंसदि
भयात कषत्रिय वीराणां पर्वतं समुपाश्रितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks of a false vow taken by someone in fear of the valorous Kshatriyas.

Translations

English Translation

The verse addresses a person who has taken a false vow for the sake of appearing noble in the presence of warriors, suggesting that this action was motivated by fear of the mighty Kshatriyas and is akin to seeking refuge in the mountains.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक ऐसे व्यक्ति का उल्लेख करता है जिसने युद्धरत क्षत्रियों के सामने सज्जन बनने के लिए मिथ्याप्रतिज्ञा की है, यह दर्शाते हुए कि उसका यह कार्य क्षत्रिय वीरों के भय के कारण है और वह पर्वतों में शरण ढूंढ रहा है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka occurs in the Shanti Parva during a discourse on courage and righteousness as depicted in the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It illustrates the moral dilemma faced by individuals who resort to falsehood under duress, depicting the challenges of upholding honor amidst fear.

Application

This shloka can be applied in contexts discussing integrity and the consequences of abandoning truth for personal safety in modern-day scenarios.