Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ऋत्विक पुरॊहितॊ मन्त्री दूतॊ ऽथार्थानुशासकः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ऋत्विक पुरॊहितॊ मन्त्री दूतॊ ऽथार्थानुशासकः
एते कषत्रसमा राजन बराह्मणानां भवन्त्य उत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Different types of individuals in society share similarities with Brahmins.

Translations

English Translation

The priests, ministers, messengers, and those who instruct on material affairs can be equated to Kshatriyas, O King. They hold an equal status among the Brahmins.

हिंदी अनुवाद

ऋत्विक, पुरोहित, मंत्री और दूत जो अर्थ के निर्देश में होते हैं, वे राजन के लिए क्षत्रिय के समान होते हैं। यह सभी ब्राह्मणों के समान दर्जा रखते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka addresses the social roles and the equal status of various professionals in the realm of society.

Meaning

The verse emphasizes the importance of different occupations that serve society and highlights their roles as equal to that of Brahmins.

Application

It encourages respect for all professions and recognizes that guidance and intelligence are not solely the attributes of one class.