Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सवधर्मस्य परित्यागः परधर्मस्य च करिया

Shloka (श्लोक)

सवधर्मस्य परित्यागः परधर्मस्य च करिया
अयाज्य याजनं चैव तथाभक्ष्यस्य भक्षणम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka underscores the consequences of abandoning one’s own duty and taking up another’s, emphasizing obedience to one’s dharma.

Translations

English Translation

Abandoning one’s own duty and performing another’s related to sacrifice, or observing act of eating forbidden food leads one away from righteousness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपने स्वधर्म को त्यागना और दूसरों के संबंध में यज्ञ करना, या प्रतिबंधित भोजन का सेवन करना, धर्म के मार्ग से भटका देता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the teachings in the Shanti Parva, which guide individuals on the importance of duty (Dharma) in life.

Meaning

The essence is to adhere strictly to one’s own duties to maintain law, harmony, and balance in society.

Application

Individuals should strive to understand and perform their assigned roles diligently rather than coveting others’ dharma, ensuring societal order.