Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यश च वेद परसूतात्मा स धर्मॊ गुणदर्शकः

Shloka (श्लोक)

यश च वेद परसूतात्मा स धर्मॊ गुणदर्शकः
धर्मप्रत्यय उत्पन्नॊ यथाधर्मः कृतात्मभिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes knowledge and virtue as the foundation of righteousness and duty.

Translations

English Translation

The one who knows the Vedas is virtuous and embodies righteousness. This dharma arises from true understanding and is reflected in one’s actions aligned with moral principles.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति वेदों को जानता है, वह गुणी है और धर्म का पालन करता है। यह धर्म सच्चे ज्ञान से उत्पन्न होता है और नैतिक सिद्धांतों के अनुकूल कार्यों में परिलक्षित होता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the discourse on the importance of knowledge and virtue in the context of moral responsibility.

Meaning

The meaning evokes the idea that true righteousness is rooted in knowledge and behavior reflecting ethical values.

Application

This can inspire one to pursue both knowledge and virtue as essential components of a just society.