Mahabharata Shanti Parva – वाहसंपीडिता धुर्याः सीदन्त्य अविधिनापरे

Shloka (श्लोक)

वाहसंपीडिता धुर्याः सीदन्त्य अविधिनापरे
न मन्ये भरूण हत्यापि विशिष्टा तेन कर्मणा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks to the moral dilemmas faced when dealing with life’s burdens and consequences.

Translations

English Translation

The verse contemplates the ethical challenges individuals face in their responsibilities, suggesting that the breach of duty, akin to the gravity of killing an unborn child, remains significant and that such deeds cannot be justified morally.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक जीवन के भार और परिणामों से जुड़ी नैतिक दुविधाओं पर विचार करता है, यह दर्शाते हुए कि कर्तव्य की अवहेलना, जिसे एक गर्भस्थ बच्चे की हत्या की गंभीरता के समान माना जा सकता है, नैतिक रूप से оправचित नहीं है।

Commentary

Context

This verse belongs to the Shanti Parva, underscoring the significance of one’s duties and the ethical implications of neglecting them.

Meaning

It evokes the idea that one’s actions directly relate to the moral fabric of society, asking individuals to consider the weight of their choices.

Application

This urges us to reflect on the moral repercussions of our actions and encourages carrying out responsibilities with integrity for the betterment of society.