Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यॊ हि कश चिद दविजं हन्याद गां वा लॊकस्य मातरम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यॊ हि कश चिद दविजं हन्याद गां वा लॊकस्य मातरम
शरणागतं च यॊ हन्यात तुल्यं तेषां च पातकम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka warns against harming any creature, emphasizing the sin associated with it.

Translations

English Translation

Whoever harms a Brahmin or a cow, or the mother of the world, and also one who harms a refugee, they are equally sinful.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो कोई ब्राह्मण या गाय या इस दुनिया की माता को हानि पहुँचाता है, और जो शरणागति को हानि पहुँचाता है, वह सब समान रूप से पातक है।

Commentary

Context

This verse emphasizes the profound respect for life and the sinfulness of violence.

Meaning

It signifies the serious consequences of harm done to revered beings and the responsibility each holds.

Application

It encourages a culture of non-violence and respect for all living beings in our society.