Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – धर्मराज किमर्थं तवम अधर्मम अनुमन्यसे

Shloka (श्लोक)

धर्मराज किमर्थं तवम अधर्मम अनुमन्यसे
हतबन्धॊर यद एतस्य पतितस्य विचेतसः

⚡ Quick Meaning

O Dharma Raj, why do you allow unrighteousness to prevail?

Translations

English Translation

This shloka directly addresses Yudhishthira, urging him to reflect on the consequences of allowing adharma (unrighteousness) to exist, thus prompting a contemplative dialogue on ethics and justice during tumultuous times.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युधिष्ठिर को सीधे संज्ञान कराता है, जिससे वह अत्याचार के परिणामों पर विचार करें, इस प्रकार यह युद्ध और धर्म की नैतिकता के बारे में गंभीर संवाद को प्रेरित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse emerges during a critical philosophical discussion in the Mahabharata about the responsibilities of a ruler and the balance of justice in the face of moral dilemmas.

Meaning

The core inquiry challenges the idea of passive acceptance of wrongdoing, emphasizing the role of leadership in upholding justice.

Application

This shloka encourages individuals, especially those in power, to confront injustices actively and strive for moral clarity in their decisions.