Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – वृत्त्यर्थं धर्महेतॊर वा कामकारात तथा एव च अनृतं ये न भाषन्ते ते नराः सवर्गगामिनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

वृत्त्यर्थं धर्महेतॊर वा कामकारात तथा एव च अनृतं ये न भाषन्ते ते नराः सवर्गगामिनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the consequences of speaking falsehood for personal gain or desire.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka warns that individuals who indulge in falsehoods for the sake of their own desires or to fulfill their duties lack the righteousness needed to attain higher realms.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक चेतावनी देता है कि जो व्यक्ति अपनी इच्छाओं या अपने कर्तव्यों को निभाने के लिए असत्य बोलते हैं, वे उच्च स्तर प्राप्त करने के लिए आवश्यक धर्म का अभाव रखते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of a broader discussion in the Anushasana Parva about the ethical implications of our words and actions.

Meaning

It suggests that speaking untruths for any motive, even duty, is detrimental to spiritual progress and leads to lower states of existence.

Application

Individuals are encouraged to cherish honesty and integrity, reinforcing faith and righteousness in all communications.