Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सद आचारॊ मतॊ धर्मः सन्तस तव आचार लक्षणाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सद आचारॊ मतॊ धर्मः सन्तस तव आचार लक्षणाः
साध्यासाध्यं कथं शक्यं सद आचारॊ हय अलक्षणम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the integrity and characteristics of righteous conduct.

Translations

English Translation

This verse explains that good conduct is the essence of dharma and outlines the qualities that define ethical behavior. It raises the question of how one can discern the righteous from the unrighteous if the characteristics of good conduct are not observed.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि सदाचार धर्म का सार है और नैतिक व्यवहार की विशेषताओं को सामने लाता है। यह यह सवाल उठाता है कि यदि सदाचार की विशेषताएँ नहीं देखी जातीं, तो धर्म और अधर्म को कैसे समझें?

Commentary

Context

This shloka is placed in the Shanti Parva, where the emphasis is on the importance of righteous conduct in society and the implications of abandoning it.

Meaning

It conveys that the essence of dharma is reflected in good conduct and the challenges in recognizing it, urging individuals to reflect on their actions.

Application

This teaching serves as a reminder to evaluate one’s actions against moral standards, encouraging individuals to strive for integrity in their conduct.