Shloka (श्लोक)
अन्याय समुपात्तेन दानधर्मॊ धनेन यः
करियते न स कर्तारं तरायते महतॊ भयात
⚡ Quick Meaning
Giving that is done corruptly or unjustly cannot save a doer from consequences and fear.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka warns against the disingenuous act of giving that arises from corrupt means. It conveys that such actions cannot absolve the giver from their responsibilities or the consequences tied to their unethical sources.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक भ्रष्ट तरीकों से की गई उदारता के प्रति चेतावनी देता है। यह बताता है कि ऐसे कार्य गiver को उसकी जिम्मेदारियों या उसके अनैतिक स्रोतों से जुड़े परिणामों से मुक्त नहीं कर सकते।
Commentary
Context
This verse highlights the demoralizing nature of giving that lacks integrity, as found in the Vana Parva.
Meaning
It stresses that true charity should originate from ethical earnings, reflecting inner goodness and integrity.
Application
By grasping the lesson this shloka offers, we can strive for a more ethical approach to our generosity, ensuring that our contributions are rooted in righteousness.
