Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अन्यॊ ऽपय अथ न विक्रेयॊ मनुष्यः किं पुनः परजाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अन्यॊ ऽपय अथ न विक्रेयॊ मनुष्यः किं पुनः परजाः
अधर्ममूलैर हि धनैर न तैर अर्थॊ ऽसति कश चन

⚡ Quick Meaning

No person should be offered for sale, let alone human beings.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka cautions against the commodification of human beings, emphasizing that not even animals should be bought or sold, let alone fellow humans. Whatever wealth gained through such means is unjust.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक मानवों के व्यापार के खिलाफ चेतावनी देता है, यह बताते हुए कि न तो जानवरों और न ही इंसानों को बेचा-ख़रीदा जाना चाहिए। ऐसा धन हमेशा अन्यायपूर्ण होता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse underscores issues of morality and ethics in the context of social practices. It emphasizes the right to dignity.

Meaning

The core message is that any financial gain derived from exploitation is fundamentally flawed and should be rejected.

Application

This shloka inspires us to respect the dignity of every individual and ensure equitable treatment for all in society.