Mahabharata Shanti Parva – ये ऽरथा धर्मेण ते सत्या ये ऽधर्मेण धिग अस्तु तान

Shloka (श्लोक)

ये ऽरथा धर्मेण ते सत्या ये ऽधर्मेण धिग अस्तु तान
धर्मं वै शाश्वतं लॊके न जह्याद धनकाङ्क्षया

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the eternal nature of Dharma as opposed to the fleeting nature of material desires.

Translations

English Translation

It states that the pursuits achieved through Dharma are everlasting while those obtained through adharma are worthy of disdain; one should not forsake Dharma for mere worldly greed.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह कहता है कि धर्म के माध्यम से प्राप्त वस्तुएँ शाश्वत होती हैं जबकि अधर्म से प्राप्त वस्तुएँ तिरस्कृत होती हैं; व्यक्ति को केवल भौतिक लालच के लिए धर्म का परित्याग नहीं करना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka from Shanti Parva articulates the principles of Dharma amidst material temptations faced by individuals in society.

Meaning

It serves as a guiding principle that true fulfillment lies in ethical living rather than transient material gain.

Application

One should prioritize moral values and actions over ephemeral pleasures to lead a meaningful life filled with purpose.