Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न पातकं नावमतम ऋषिः सन कर्तुम अर्हसि
Shloka (श्लोक)
न पातकं नावमतम ऋषिः सन कर्तुम अर्हसि
समौ च शवमृगौ मन्ये तस्माद भक्ष्या शवजाघनी
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka asserts the inappropriateness of sinning under duress.
Translations
English Translation
The speaker claims that it is not justifiable for a sage, steeped in righteousness, to engage in wrongful acts; suggesting that consuming dead animals should equally be considered wrong, regardless of circumstances.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि कोई भी सज्जन, जो धर्म में स्थिर है, उन्हें गलत कार्य करने की अनुमति नहीं होनी चाहिए; यह सुझाव देता है कि मृत जंगली जानवरों का सेवन भी गलत मानना चाहिए, चाहे जो भी परिस्थिति हो।
Commentary
Context
This verse reinforces principles of righteousness in the context of dietary choices, continuing the discussion from prior shlokas.
Meaning
It emphasizes that ethical standards are immutable, and one should not compromise them, regardless of external pressures.
Application
This verse encourages individuals to reflect on their values and remain steadfast in their ethical commitments, resisting temptation in challenging times.
