Mahabharata Vana Parva – दवेष्यॊ न साधुर भवति न मेधावी न पण्डितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

दवेष्यॊ न साधुर भवति न मेधावी न पण्डितः
परिये शुभानि कर्माणि दवेष्ये पापानि भारत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka addresses the nature of a wicked individual.

Translations

English Translation

A malicious person cannot be righteous; neither the clever nor the learned can exhibit goodness. Those who harbor enmity will only perform sinful deeds.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति दुष्ट होता है, वह संस्कार नहीं रखते; न तो ज्ञानी और न ही विद्वान गुण दिखा सकते हैं। जो दुश्मनी रखते हैं, वे केवल पाप कर्म ही करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse explains the fundamental nature of individuals affected by negativity.

Meaning

It indicates that harboring negativity leads to a character devoid of virtue, impacting one’s actions.

Application

This shloka reminds us to cultivate positive thoughts to engage in righteous actions and avoid negativity.