Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तरैविद्यानां या गतिर बराह्मणानां; यश चैवॊक्तॊ ऽथाश्रमॊ बराह्मणानाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

तरैविद्यानां या गतिर बराह्मणानां; यश चैवॊक्तॊ ऽथाश्रमॊ बराह्मणानाम
एतत कर्म बराह्मणस्याहुर अग्र्यम; अन्यत कुर्वञ शूद्र वच छस्त्र वध्यः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The ultimate goal of Brahmins is to attain knowledge and perform their duties effectively.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka discusses the importance of Brahminical knowledge and duty. It states that the ultimate aim for Brahmins lies not just in worldly pursuits but in their commitment to spiritual learning and practice, while also emphasizing the distinction between the duties of different castes.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक ब्राह्मणों के ज्ञान और कर्तव्यों के महत्व पर स्पष्टता प्रदान करता है। यह बताता है कि ब्राह्मणों का सर्वोच्च लक्ष्य केवल सांसारिक प्रयासों में नहीं, बल्कि उनके आध्यात्मिक अध्ययन और अभ्यास के प्रति उनकी प्रतिबद्धता में निहित है, जबकि विभिन्न जातियों के कर्तव्यों के बीच भिन्नता को भी रेखांकित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set in the context of the duties and responsibilities assigned to various castes within the framework of dharma as narrated in the Mahabharata’s Shanti Parva.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka lies in understanding that Brahmins must prioritize knowledge and the duty prescribed by their status to serve society effectively.

Application

In contemporary terms, this shloka encourages individuals to seek knowledge and fulfill their responsibilities, urging a commitment to personal growth and societal contributions.