Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – परिवादं बरुवाणॊ हि दुरात्मा वै महात्मने

Shloka (श्लोक)

परिवादं बरुवाणॊ हि दुरात्मा वै महात्मने
परकाशयति दॊषान सवान सर्पः फणम इवॊच्छ्रितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

A wicked person reveals the faults of others like a serpent raising its hood.

Translations

English Translation

A person with ill intentions exposes the shortcomings of the noble, just as a snake raises its hood to display its fangs. This serves as a reminder of how malicious individuals often try to bring down the virtuous by highlighting their flaws.

हिंदी अनुवाद

दुष्ट व्यक्ति महान आत्माओं के दोषों को दिखाता है, जैसे कोई नाग अपने फन को उठाता है। यह इस बात का संकेत है कि कैसे दुष्ट व्यक्ति हमेशा सद्गुणी का अपमान करने का प्रयास करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects on the behavior of malicious individuals, indicating the destruction they can cause in society.

Meaning

It signifies that wicked actions never remain hidden and often target the pure-hearted.

Application

We should guard against negative influences and focus on the virtues of others, overlooking small faults.