Significance of Untruthfulness
Untruthfulness is discussed across various texts, including the Purana, Dharmashastra, and Vaisheshika. In the Purana, it is exemplified by King Parikshit’s moral failing in not returning Vami horses to their owner. The Dharmashastra highlights the tendency of men to be dishonest and criticizes misinterpretations of the Veda's teachings on actions and their consequences. Furthermore, Vaisheshika categorizes untruthfulness as a prohibited action that contributes to Adharma, emphasizing the importance of honesty.
Synonyms: Dishonesty, Deceitfulness, Falsehood, Deception, Insincerity, Untruth, Mendacity, Deceit, Fabrication, Lying, Prevarication, Duplicity
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Hindu concept of 'Untruthfulness'
In Hinduism, Untruthfulness signifies a deceptive nature leading to Adharma, reflecting a moral failing, as seen in King Parikshit's dishonesty regarding Vami horses, and is criticized for its misrepresentation in the Vedas.
From: Manusmriti with the Commentary of Medhatithi
(1) The inherent tendency of men to be dishonest, which is emphasized as forbidden.[1] (2) The claim that the Veda does not convey accurate information regarding actions and their consequences.[2]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The moral failing attributed to King Parikshit for not returning the Vami horses to their rightful owner, Vamadeva.[3]
From: Padarthadharmasamgraha and Nyayakandali
(1) Another prohibited action that leads to Adharma, involving deception or lack of honesty.[4]