Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पूजितस्यार्थ मानाभ्यां जन्तॊः पूर्वापकारिणः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पूजितस्यार्थ मानाभ्यां जन्तॊः पूर्वापकारिणः
चेतॊ भवत्य अविश्वस्तं पूर्वं तरासयते बलात

⚡ Quick Meaning

Respect diminishes when trust is broken.

Translations

English Translation

When someone who is revered behaves with deceit, the mind turns untrustworthy, creating fear in others even if they have received help in the past.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब कोई सम्मानित व्यक्ति धोखा देता है, तो दूसरों का मन अविश्वस्त हो जाता है, भले ही उन्होंने अतीत में मदद प्राप्त की हो।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the fragility of trust and the importance of integrity in relationships.

Meaning

It conveys that past kindness can be overshadowed by a single act of deceit, leading to distrust.

Application

In interactions, always prioritize honesty to maintain trust and respect, as breaches can have lasting impacts.