Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – हत्वा भक्षयतॊ वापि परेणॊपहृतस्य वा

Shloka (श्लोक)
हत्वा भक्षयतॊ वापि परेणॊपहृतस्य वा
हन्याद वा यः परस्यार्थे करीत्वा वा भक्षयेन नरः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka elucidates the consequences of actions related to consuming others’ offerings.
Translations
English Translation
The verse addresses the ethical implications of killing or consuming what has been taken from others, emphasizing the potential destruction caused by such actions. It questions the morality behind consuming food acquired through violence.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक दूसरों की वस्तुओं का सेवन करने या मारने के नैतिक परिणामों पर चर्चा करता है, जो ऐसे कार्यों के द्वारा उत्पन्न विनाश की संभावनाओं को सामने लाता है। यह हिंसा से अर्जित भोजन के सेवन की नैतिकता पर सवाल उठाता है।
Commentary
Context
This verse comes from a section that deals with interpersonal ethics and the moral responsibilities associated with consuming food.
Meaning
It signifies the need to recognize the consequences of our actions and the ethicality of choices we make regarding food and violence.
Application
In today’s world, this encourages mindfulness about ethical consumption and repercussions on both personal and societal levels.
