Mahabharata Virata Parva – मिथ्याभिगृध्नॊ हि नरः पापात्मा मॊहम आस्थितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

मिथ्याभिगृध्नॊ हि नरः पापात्मा मॊहम आस्थितः
अयशः पराप्नुयाद घॊरं सुमहत पराप्नुयाद भयम

⚡ Quick Meaning

One should not become greedy and deceptive, as it leads to a dreadful end.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka warns against the dangers of greed and deception. It emphasizes that a sinful person, consumed by delusion, attracts severe consequences, ultimately leading to disgrace and fear. Such individuals should reflect on their actions and the outcomes they can generate.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक लालच और धोखे के खतरों के बारे में चेतावनी देता है। यह इस बात पर जोर देता है कि एक पापी व्यक्ति, जो भ्रांति में डूबा है, गंभीर परिणामों को आमंत्रित करता है, जो अंततः अपमान और भय की ओर ले जाते हैं। ऐसे व्यक्तियों को अपने कर्मों और उनके संभावित परिणामों पर विचार करना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka belongs to the Virata Parva of the Mahabharata, a pivotal section where characters face moral dilemmas during their disguise in exile.

Meaning

The essence of this verse is an admonition against greed and dishonesty, underscoring how they lead an individual to ruin.

Application

In our lives, this teaches us to cultivate honesty and avoid the temptations of greed, which ultimately define our character and legacy.