Mahabharata Vana Parva – मिथ्यॊपेतानि कर्माणि सिध्येयुर यानि भारत

Shloka (श्लोक)

मिथ्यॊपेतानि कर्माणि सिध्येयुर यानि भारत
अनुपाय परयुक्तानि मा सम तेषु मनः कृथाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka warns against engaging in deceitful actions that yield favorable results, emphasizing the need for proper means.

Translations

English Translation

Actions that are based on deceit may yield success, O Bharata, but one must not fix their mind on such methods; instead, they should conduct themselves with proper means.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो कर्म मिथ्यापूर्ण होते हैं वे सफलता ला सकते हैं, हे भारत, लेकिन ऐसे तरीकों पर ध्यान नहीं देना चाहिए; इसके बजाय, उन्हें उचित उपायों से कार्य करना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This verse reflects the moral dilemmas faced in the Mahabharata where righteousness is often tested against the outcomes of actions.

Meaning

It teaches that success should not justify unethical means; one’s methods must remain righteous.

Application

In modern life, pursuing success through unethical means can lead to long-term repercussions, so integrity must guide our actions.