Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यद एव वयाहृतं पूर्वं भवता भूरिदक्षिण

Shloka (श्लोक)

यद एव वयाहृतं पूर्वं भवता भूरिदक्षिण
तद एव कुरु धर्मज्ञ मदर्थं यद यद उच्यसे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks to the importance of following promises and vows made for Dharma.

Translations

English Translation

Whatever you have spoken earlier with great care and wisdom, oh knowledgeable one, please act on that for the sake of righteousness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो कुछ आपने पहले बड़ी सावधानी और समझदारी से कहा है, हे ज्ञानी, उसके अनुसार धर्म के लिए कृपया कार्य करें।

Commentary

Context

This verse emphasizes the significance of keeping one’s promises, especially in the context of dharma during battle.

Meaning

It underlines the ethics of adhering to one’s commitments, especially when they are made in the pursuit of righteousness.

Application

This teaches us the value of integrity and the obligation to uphold our word, especially in challenging situations.