Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यदि दण्डान न बिभ्येयुर वयांसि शवापदानि च

Shloka (श्लोक)

यदि दण्डान न बिभ्येयुर वयांसि शवापदानि च
अद्युः पशून मनुष्यांश च यज्ञार्थानि हवींषि च

⚡ Quick Meaning

Without fear of punishment, beings stray from their duties.

Translations

English Translation

If beings are not afraid of punishment, then they will cause havoc among animal and human lives, and their obligations towards sacrifices will also be neglected, leading to disharmony in the natural order.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यदि प्राणी दंड से भयभीत नहीं हैं, तो वे जानवरों और मानव जातियों के बीच उथल-पुथल लाएंगे, और यज्ञ की अपनी जिम्मेदारियों को भी नजरअंदाज करेंगे, जिससे प्राकृतिक व्यवस्था में असंगति पैदा होगी।

Commentary

Context

This shloka warns of the consequences of abandoning the fear of punishment in maintaining social and natural order.

Meaning

It highlights how fear of consequences maintains harmony and duty among all beings.

Application

Reinstating the importance of accountability can lead to greater societal responsibility and cooperation among individuals.