Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न युक्तं तु मृषा वाणी तवया वक्तुम अरिन्दम

Shloka (श्लोक)

न युक्तं तु मृषा वाणी तवया वक्तुम अरिन्दम
तथा मयाप्य अभ्यधिकं मृषा वक्तुं न शक्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse reflects on the unreasonable nature of false statements in conversation.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker points out that it is unreasonable for one to speak untruths, especially when the other party is presenting valid arguments. Likewise, no one can surpass the magnitude of falsehoods presented.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता यह स्पष्ट करता है कि अनपयुक्त है कि कोई झूठे वक्तव्य दे, खासकर जब दूसरी पार्टी के पास सही तर्क हो। इसी प्रकार, कोई भी झूठ के भारी पक्ष को पार नहीं कर सकता।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of a discourse on the importance of truthfulness and the futility of deceit in dialogues.

Meaning

The underlying message conveys the wisdom of grounding discussions in truth, emphasizing the futility of untruths.

Application

This serves as a modern reminder to engage in honest and transparent communication, avoiding the pitfalls of deceit.