Mahabharata Shanti Parva – बरह्म चारी गृहस्थश च वानप्रस्थॊ ऽथ भिक्षुकः

Shloka (श्लोक)

बरह्म चारी गृहस्थश च वानप्रस्थॊ ऽथ भिक्षुकः
दण्डस्यैव भयाद एते मनुष्या वर्त्मनि सथिताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Fear drives individuals to abide by rules and responsibilities.

Translations

English Translation

This verse suggests that regardless of one’s stage in life—whether as a celibate, householder, hermit, or beggar—fear of punishment compels individuals to stay on their respective paths and adhere to their duties.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह दर्शाता है कि व्यक्ति के जीवन के किसी भी चरण में—ब्रह्मचारी, गृहस्थ, वानप्रस्थ, या भिक्षुक—दंड के भय के कारण लोग अपने-अपने मार्गों पर बने रहते हैं और अपने कर्तव्यों का पालन करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse comes from the Shanti Parva, discussing moral duties and ethical conduct in society.

Meaning

It emphasizes the role of fear as a guiding principle in maintaining one’s obligations and responsibilities.

Application

This teaches us the importance of adhering to our responsibilities, powered by the fear of consequences.