Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – परियम एव वदेन नित्यं नाप्रियं किं चिद आचरेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

परियम एव वदेन नित्यं नाप्रियं किं चिद आचरेत
विरमेच छुष्क वैरेभ्यः कण्ठायासं च वर्जयेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

सम्पूर्णता से प्रिय बातें ही कहें और अप्रिय कार्यों से बचें।

Translations

English Translation

One should always speak that which is dear and refrain from doing anything unpleasing; avoid harshness towards foes, and speak kindly.

हिंदी अनुवाद

व्यक्ति को हमेशा प्रिय बातें करनी चाहिए और अप्रिय कार्यों से दूर रहना चाहिए; शत्रुओं के प्रति कठोरता से बचें और विनम्रता से बोलें।

Commentary

Context

This shloka provides guidelines on maintaining polite discourse and behaviors in relations with others.

Meaning

The teaching revolves around the importance of words and actions in building and preserving relationships.

Application

In communication today, choosing kind words can enhance relationships significantly, fostering goodwill.