Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शुभं वा यदि वा पापं दवेष्यं वा यदि वा परियम

Shloka (श्लोक)

शुभं वा यदि वा पापं दवेष्यं वा यदि वा परियम
अपृष्टस तस्य तद बरूयाद यस्य नेच्छेत पराभवम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the importance of expressing one’s thoughts and intentions, whether they are good or bad.

Translations

English Translation

One should express their thoughts, whether they are auspicious or sinful, favorable or unfavorable, because if left unasked, they might lead to downfall without clarity of intention.

हिंदी अनुवाद

व्यक्ति को अपने विचार व्यक्त करना चाहिए, चाहे वे शुभ हों या पापमय, अनुकूल हों या प्रतिकूल, क्योंकि अगर उन्हें न पूछा जाए, तो वे स्पष्टता के बिना पतन का कारण बन सकते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is derived from the Udyoga Parva, where strategic communication is key in the context of the Kurukshetra war.

Meaning

It illustrates the power of communication and the necessity of expressing one’s concerns, as silence can lead to misunderstandings.

Application

In daily life, being open about one’s thoughts can foster better relationships and understanding among people.