Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कथं सक्तून गरहीष्यामि भूत्वा धर्मॊपघातकः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कथं सक्तून गरहीष्यामि भूत्वा धर्मॊपघातकः
कल्याण वृत्ते कल्याणि नैवं तवं वक्तुम अर्हसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the ability to harm the righteous while acknowledging the importance of virtuous deeds.

Translations

English Translation

How could I harm those who are virtuous? Engaging in wrongful actions while knowing the importance of righteousness and kind conduct contradicts everything meaningful.

हिंदी अनुवाद

मैं कैसे उस धर्म पर आधारित जीवन को हानि पहुंचा सकता हूँ? जो व्यक्ति योग्य हैं, उन्हें हानि पहुंचाना और इसे जानना, सब कुछ अर्थहीन बनाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects the inner conflict and ethics of decision-making when confronted with virtuous individuals.

Meaning

It emphasizes the necessity of upholding virtue even amidst temptation to act unethically.

Application

This verse encourages one to remain faithful to ethical principles, even in challenging situations that might invite wrongdoing.