Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कामात्मा पराज्ञमानी च मित्रध्रुक सर्वशङ्कितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कामात्मा पराज्ञमानी च मित्रध्रुक सर्वशङ्कितः
अकर्ता चाकृतज्ञश च तयक्तधर्मः परियानृतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes individuals who abandon their duties and ethics.

Translations

English Translation

This verse warns about individuals driven by selfish desires, who disregard their duties, are deeply skeptical, and neglect their moral responsibilities, leading to detrimental consequences for themselves and others.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन व्यक्तियों के बारे में चेतावनी देता है जो स्वार्थी इच्छाओं से प्रेरित होते हैं, अपने कर्तव्यों को नजरअंदाज करते हैं, संदेह करने वाले होते हैं, और अपनी नैतिक जिम्मेदारियों की अनदेखी करते हैं, जिससे उनके लिए और दूसरों के लिए नकारात्मक परिणाम निकलते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This address highlights the repercussions of ignoring one’s dharma and falling prey to base desires amidst the ongoing Mahabharata narrative.

Meaning

This shloka serves as a caution against allowing selfish desires to override one’s duties and principles, significantly impacting both individual and societal order.

Application

Practicing self-awareness and commitment to ethical responsibilities fosters individual integrity and contributes to a balanced community life.