Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न चानुजानाति भृशं च तप्यते; शॊचत्य अन्तः सथविरॊ ऽजातशत्रॊ

Shloka (श्लोक)

न चानुजानाति भृशं च तप्यते; शॊचत्य अन्तः सथविरॊ ऽजातशत्रॊ
शृणॊति हि बराह्मणानां समेत्य; मित्रद्रॊहः पातकेभ्यॊ गरीयान

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the pain and internal struggle faced by those who betray their friends.

Translations

English Translation

The verse conveys the deep anguish experienced by individuals who do not uphold their commitments, particularly focusing on a person who feels tormented by betrayal and the resulting consequences upon their character.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन व्यक्तियों के गहरे दुख का वर्णन करता है जो अपनी प्रतिबद्धताओं को नहीं निभाते हैं, खासकर उस व्यक्ति पर जो विश्वासघात से पीड़ित होता है और इसके परिणामस्वरूप उनके चरित्र पर पड़ने वाले प्रभावों का उल्लेख करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is situated in the Udyoga Parva during discussions regarding loyalty and trust among allies in the impending war.

Meaning

The meaning suggests the moral responsibility of maintaining fidelity to friends, emphasizing that betrayal leads to greater suffering.

Application

This shloka encourages us to foster loyalty and trust in our relationships, understanding the damaging effects of betrayal on both personal and communal levels.