Shloka 10
The Killing of Cāṇūra, Muṣṭika, and Kaṁsa; Liberation and Restoration of Dharma in Mathurā
न सभां प्रविशेत् प्राज्ञ: सभ्यदोषाननुस्मरन् । अब्रुवन् विब्रुवन्नज्ञो नर: किल्बिषमश्नुते ॥ १० ॥
na sabhāṁ praviśet prājñaḥ sabhya-doṣān anusmaran abruvan vibruvann ajño naraḥ kilbiṣam aśnute
دانشمند آدمی کو چاہیے کہ اہلِ مجلس کی بدکرداری جان کر ایسی مجلس میں داخل نہ ہو۔ اور اگر داخل ہو کر سچ نہ کہے، جھوٹ بولے یا لاعلمی کا بہانہ کرے تو وہ یقیناً گناہ کا مستحق ہوتا ہے۔
FAQs
This verse teaches that entering an assembly requires discernment; an ignorant person risks sin either by remaining silent when speech is required or by speaking wrongly.
In the tense public setting surrounding Kaṁsa’s arena, Śukadeva highlights dharmic caution: social and political assemblies can be morally compromised, so one must act with wisdom and responsibility.
Before speaking, assess the setting and your competence; avoid impulsive or harmful speech, but also don’t stay silent when truth and duty require a clear, respectful response.