Mahabharata Shanti Parva – हीनाद आदेयम आदौ सयात समानात तदनन्तरम

Shloka (श्लोक)

हीनाद आदेयम आदौ सयात समानात तदनन्तरम
असंभवाद आददीत विशिष्टाद अपि धार्मिकात

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the principle of ethical ownership and its implications.

Translations

English Translation

If something is owned by someone, that ownership should be recognized, and one should not claim it merely based on parity or similarity, highlighting the necessity for legitimacy in all forms of possession.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यदि किसी के पास कुछ है, तो उस स्वामित्व को पहचानना चाहिए, और केवल समानता या समान तरीके से दावा नहीं करना चाहिए, सभी प्रकार के स्वामित्व में वैधता की आवश्यकता को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in a discussion about ethical ownership and property rights within the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It reinforces the concept that legality and ethical considerations govern ownership, promoting fair practices.

Application

One can apply this principle by respecting others’ possessions and ensuring fairness in transactions.