Mahabharata Vana Parva – हरिया जञानेन तपसा दमेन; करॊधेनाथॊ धर्मगुप्त्या धनेन

Shloka (श्लोक)

हरिया जञानेन तपसा दमेन; करॊधेनाथॊ धर्मगुप्त्या धनेन
अन्याय वृताः कुरुपाण्डवेयान; अध्यातिष्ठद धार्तराष्ट्रॊ दुरात्मा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the qualities that enable the Kauravas to be deceitful and unjust in their dealings.

Translations

English Translation

The Kauravas, entrenched in their unrighteousness, possess knowledge, austerity, control, and wealth. With these, the wicked Dhritarashtra stands firm against the just Pandavas, showcasing how immoral behavior can uphold a sinful cause.

हिंदी अनुवाद

कौरवों ने अपने अन्याय को बनाये रखने हेतु ज्ञान, तप, नियंत्रण और धन का प्रयोग किया। अत्याचारी धृतराष्ट्र, पांडवों के अन्याय के खिलाफ खड़ा है, यह दर्शाता है कि कैसे अधर्म एक अधर्मी कारण का समर्थन कर सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the moral decay within the Kauravas as they resort to unwholesome practices to maintain power.

Meaning

The shloka serves as a reminder of how knowledge and wealth can be misused to justify unjust actions.

Application

One should be mindful of using knowledge and resources ethically to avoid falling into the trap of deceit and injustice.