Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तिलान गन्धान रसांश चैव न विक्रीणीत वै कव चित

Shloka (श्लोक)

तिलान गन्धान रसांश चैव न विक्रीणीत वै कव चित
वणिक पथम उपासीनॊ वैश्यः सत्पथम आश्रितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

A merchant should never sell til seeds, perfumes, or condiments unnecessarily.

Translations

English Translation

A merchant should not engage in selling items like sesame seeds, fragrant substances, or essential flavorings for profit’s sake, but should rather uphold ethical values in business transactions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक व्यापारी को तिल बीज, सुगंधित पदार्थ, या आवश्यक मसालों को व्यावसायिक लाभ के लिए बेचना नहीं चाहिए, बल्कि व्यापारिक लेन-देन में नैतिक मूल्यों को बनाए रखना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka addresses the ethical considerations surrounding commercial activities, particularly concerning the sale of goods.

Meaning

It emphasizes that integrity should guide transactions, avoiding exploitation for material gains.

Application

Businesses today should assess the ethical implications of their offerings, promoting fair practices in all deals.