Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यश चाधर्मेण विब्रूयाद यश चाधर्मेण पृच्छति

Shloka (श्लोक)

यश चाधर्मेण विब्रूयाद यश चाधर्मेण पृच्छति
तयॊर अन्यतरः परैति विद्वेषं वाधिगच्छति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka warns that those who engage in unrighteousness will suffer consequences, creating enmity with others.

Translations

English Translation

This verse cautions that speaking or inquiring about dharma in an unrighteous manner brings about hostility from others and leads to adverse outcomes, indicating the dire importance of sincerity in moral questions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक चेतावनी देता है कि अधर्म की बात करने या पूछने से दूसरों के साथ दुश्मनी बढ़ती है तथा नकारात्मक परिणाम आते हैं, जो नैतिक प्रश्नों में ईमानदारी के महत्व को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka belongs to the Shanti Parva, which addresses the ethical principles guiding human interactions and the consequences of violating them.

Meaning

It emphasizes integrity and virtue in speech and actions, indicating that dishonesty will lead to conflicts and repercussions.

Application

Upholding truthfulness in conversations and interactions can foster trust and harmony, reinforcing positive relationships and social stability.