Mahabharata Vana Parva – धनं विश्वासतॊ नयस्तं मिथॊ भूयिष्ठशॊ नराः

Shloka (श्लोक)

धनं विश्वासतॊ नयस्तं मिथॊ भूयिष्ठशॊ नराः
हर्तुं वयवसिता राजन मायाचार समन्विताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

People are determined to seize wealth through deception and mistrust.

Translations

English Translation

Individuals, while trusting each other on the surface, show heightened greed to seize what others possess. They are determined to take away wealth through cunning and deceit.

हिंदी अनुवाद

व्यक्तियों का एक-दूसरे पर विश्वास करते हुए, गहराई में बढ़ती लालच के कारण संपत्ति छीनना तय होता है। वे चालाकी और धोखे द्वारा धन हड़पने के लिए प्रयासरत रहते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka critiques the duality of trust and deceit prevalent in human relationships.

Meaning

It emphasizes the underlying greed that motivates people to act dishonestly, even when trust exists.

Application

In our dealings, fostering genuine trust and recognizing deceit can help build stronger, honest relationships.