Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पापेन कर्मणा विप्रॊ धनं लब्ध्वा निरङ्कुशः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पापेन कर्मणा विप्रॊ धनं लब्ध्वा निरङ्कुशः
रागमॊहान्वितः सॊ ऽनते कलुषां गतिम आप्नुते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks about the fate of a brahmin who gains wealth through sinful actions.

Translations

English Translation

A sage who acquires wealth through sinful actions, driven by attachment and desire, ultimately meets a fate of purity and degradation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक ऋषि जो पाप के द्वारा धन अर्जित करता है, आसक्ति और लालसा से प्रेरित होकर, अंततः अशुद्धि और पतन का सामना करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse illustrates the consequences of trading virtue for material gains, especially in spiritual matters.

Meaning

The shloka indicates that wealth gained unethically leads to downfall and spiritual degradation, regardless of one’s status.

Application

In today’s context, it serves as a caution against compromising one’s morals in pursuit of wealth, stressing ethical paths for success.