Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ये धर्मम अनुपश्यन्तस तूष्णीं धयायन्त आसते

Shloka (श्लोक)

ये धर्मम अनुपश्यन्तस तूष्णीं धयायन्त आसते
ते सत्यम आहुर धर्मं च नयाय्यं च भरतर्षभ

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka notes that those who remain silent and unseeing towards Dharma are considered ignorant.

Translations

English Translation

Those who disregard the principles of Dharma and remain silent in contemplation are said to be disconnected from truth. Thus, righteousness and justice form the path of those who chase true essence according to Bharata’s wisdom.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो लोग धर्म के सिद्धांतों की अनदेखी करते हैं और ध्यान में मौन रहते हैं, उन्हें सत्य से disconnected कहा जाता है। इस प्रकार, धर्म और न्याय उन लोगों का मार्ग बनाते हैं जो भारत की ज्ञान के अनुसार असली सार की खोज करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka can be found in the Udyoga Parva, where discussions revolve around the just nature of actions.

Meaning

It highlights the importance of being observant and vocal about Dharma. Ignorance towards righteous principles leads to misalignments with truth.

Application

This serves as a reminder to actively engage with the principles of righteousness in our daily lives, rather than remaining passive.