Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – बराह्मणान एव सेवेत विद्या वृद्धांस तपस्विनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

बराह्मणान एव सेवेत विद्या वृद्धांस तपस्विनः
शरुतचारित्रवृत्ताढ्यान पवित्रं हय एतद उत्तमम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka praises the service towards learned Brahmins and the value of learning.

Translations

English Translation

One should serve Brahmins who are learned in scriptures, elderly and ascetic, for this is the highest virtue. Such service leads one to success and purity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

व्यक्ति को उन ब्राह्मणों की सेवा करनी चाहिए, जो शास्त्रों में ज्ञानी, वृद्ध और तपस्वी हैं, क्योंकि यह सबसे उच्चतम virtue है। ऐसी सेवा से सफलता और पवित्रता प्राप्त होती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the significance of venerating those who possess knowledge and wisdom within the Hindu tradition.

Meaning

The underlying message revolves around the merit of honoring and learning from those who are well-versed in spiritual and worldly knowledge.

Application

It encourages us to seek guidance from learned individuals and to appreciate the value of education and mentorship in our lives.