Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – हरीर हता बाधते धर्मं धर्मॊ हन्ति हतः शरियम

Shloka (श्लोक)

हरीर हता बाधते धर्मं धर्मॊ हन्ति हतः शरियम
शरीर हता पुरुषं हन्ति पुरुषस्यास्वता वधः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the loss of righteousness due to destruction.

Translations

English Translation

This verse contemplates how the killing of a righteous person leads to the destruction of dharma. It signifies the far-reaching consequences of violence, which impacts the essence of existence and perpetuates a cycle of loss.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह विचार करता है कि एक धर्मात्मा व्यक्ति की हत्या धर्म के विनाश का कारण बनती है। यह हिंसा के दूरगामी परिणामों को दर्शाता है, जो अस्तित्व की मूल भावना को प्रभावित करता है और हानि के एक चक्र को बढ़ावा देता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse comes amidst deliberations on ethics and the repercussions of violent actions in the Udyoga Parva.

Meaning

It emphasizes the significance of protecting righteousness and the dire consequences that arise from its violation.

Application

In daily life, promoting non-violence and protecting those who uphold righteousness can help in maintaining harmony and justice.