Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अधर्मा धर्मरूपेण तेणैः कूपा इवावृताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अधर्मा धर्मरूपेण तेणैः कूपा इवावृताः
ततस तैर भिद्यते वृत्तं शृणु चैव युधिष्ठिर

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka warns against the deceptive nature of untruths.

Translations

English Translation

This verse reveals that unrighteousness often disguises itself as righteousness, like hidden wells. It highlights the risks of being misled by appearances.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि अधर्म अक्सर धर्म के रूप में छुपा होता है, जैसे छिपे हुए कुएं। यह दिखावटों द्वारा भ्रमित होने के खतरों को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka cautions against the dangers of deception masked as virtue.

Meaning

It reveals the complexities of discerning truth in a world filled with false appearances.

Application

This encourages vigilance and critical thinking in differentiating real righteousness from its false counterparts.