Mahabharata Vana Parva – अचिन्तयन ममेदं ये रूपं दरक्ष्यन्ति कानने

Shloka (श्लोक)

अचिन्तयन ममेदं ये रूपं दरक्ष्यन्ति कानने
ते बराह्मणीनाम अनृतं दॊषं वक्ष्यन्ति पावके

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects the thoughts of those in the forest regarding forms and truths.

Translations

English Translation

The individuals observing forms in the forest ponder deeply. Those who witness these forms will speak falsely about the flaws of Brahmins, igniting a certain truth that may lead to misunderstandings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वन में रूपों को देखने वाले लोग गहन चिंतन करते हैं। जो लोग इन रूपों को देखते हैं, वे ब्राह्मणों के दोषों के बारे में झूठ बोलेंगे, जो कुछ सत्य की ओर ले जा सकता है जिससे गलतफहमियाँ उत्पन्न हो सकती हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Vana Parva where thoughts about forms in nature lead to commentary on social values.

Meaning

It highlights the tendency of people to misinterpret what they perceive, particularly in relation to revered groups.

Application

One can reflect on the importance of clarity and truthfulness while observing and discussing others in our environments.