Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दौष्कुलेयाश च लुब्धाश च नृशंसा निरपत्रपाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

दौष्कुलेयाश च लुब्धाश च नृशंसा निरपत्रपाः
ते तवां तात निषेवेयुर यावद आर्धक पाणयः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those who are of vile lineage and greedy, and who lack shame, will serve you until their ulterior motives are satisfied.

Translations

English Translation

Evil-minded individuals motivated by greed and civility can forge temporary alliances, yet their service is insincere, driven only by their selfish interests until they achieve their goals.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो लोग नीच वंश, लालची और बेबाक होते हैं, वे आपको तब तक सेवा देंगे जब तक कि उनके स्वार्थपूर्ण हित पूरे नहीं हो जाते।

Commentary

Context

This verse serves as a warning against those who, devoid of integrity, will temporarily comply for their selfish gains, a prevalent topic in the ethics of the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It illustrates the danger of trusting those devoid of true virtue, as their allegiance is conditional based on their own interests.

Application

We must be cautious and discerning of the motivations of others, ensuring that we build relationships based on trust and integrity.