Mahabharata Drona Parva – अधर्मम एतद विपुलं धार्मिकः सन्नबुध्यसे

Shloka (श्लोक)

अधर्मम एतद विपुलं धार्मिकः सन्नबुध्यसे
यत तवम आत्मानम अस्मांश च परशंस्यान न परशंससि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka addresses the complexity of dharma and the confusion surrounding ethical judgments.

Translations

English Translation

This verse explains how a righteous person is often perplexed by the prevalence of adharma (unrighteousness) and the failure to appreciate one’s own virtues, revealing an inner conflict and confusion in moral assessments.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात को बताता है कि एक धर्मनिष्ठ व्यक्ति अक्सर अधर्म (असत्य) के प्रचलन से भ्रमित होता है और अपनी खुद की विशेषताओं की सराहना न करने का तनाव साबित करते हुए, नैतिक मूल्यांकन में एक अंतर्दृष्टि और भ्रम को प्रकट करता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Drona Parva, this shloka addresses the challenges faced by virtuous individuals in a world filled with vice.

Meaning

The essence highlights the struggle to recognize true righteousness amidst widespread wrongdoing, illustrating human vulnerability.

Application

This verse encourages individuals to stay true to their values and virtues, even when confronted with widespread unethical behavior.