Mahabharata Vana Parva – सर्वे चैव महात्मानः सर्वे धर्मार्थकॊविदाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सर्वे चैव महात्मानः सर्वे धर्मार्थकॊविदाः
येषां युधिष्ठिरॊ राजा कस्माद धर्मे ऽपराध्नुयुः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the virtues of the great souls and their adherence to dharma.

Translations

English Translation

This verse indicates that all great souls are knowledgeable in Dharma and Artha, questioning why Yudhishthira, a paragon of virtue, would commit any transgression against righteousness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि सभी महान आत्माएँ धर्म और अर्थ में पारंगत हैं, यह प्रश्न करते हुए कि धर्म के खिलाफ युधिष्ठिर जैसे सद्गुण के प्रतीक ने किस कारण से कोई अपराध किया।

Commentary

Context

Tying back to the central themes of the Mahabharata, this verse questions the nature of righteousness and the expectations placed upon virtuous individuals.

Meaning

It reflects on the ethical dilemmas faced by noble characters and the expectations society places upon leaders.

Application

The shloka prompts us to reflect on our own moral responsibilities and how we can uphold dharma in our lives.