Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तथैव दवादश समाः कपाली बरह्महा भवेत

Shloka (श्लोक)
तथैव दवादश समाः कपाली बरह्महा भवेत
बरह्म चारि चरेद भैक्षं सवकर्मॊदाहरन मुनिः
⚡ Quick Meaning
A person who causes harm to Brahmins over twelve years becomes a Brahmhah, yet still sustains themselves through their own efforts.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka discusses the consequences of causing harm to Brahmins and how, over a period of twelve years, such actions foster a Brahmhah designation. Yet, it emphasizes the importance of adhering to one’s Dharma and personal duties as a means to livelihood, suggesting the interplay between moral actions and survival.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक ब्राह्मणों को हानि पहुँचाने के परिणामों का उल्लेख करता है और कैसे बारह वर्षों के भीतर, ऐसे कार्य एक ब्रह्महाण का रूप देते हैं। फिर भी, यह जीवनयापन के लिए अपने धर्म और व्यक्तिगत कर्तव्यों का पालन करना आवश्यक बताता है, यह सुझाव देते हुए कि नैतिक कार्य और जीवन यापन के बीच संबंध है।
Commentary
Context
In the Shanti Parva, this verse draws attention to moral responsibilities and the long-term effects of one’s actions, particularly toward the learned and wise.
Meaning
The lesson highlights that even negative actions have consequences, yet through personal efforts and diligence, one can navigate the challenges posed by such labels.
Application
This serves as a reminder of the importance of ethical living and the need to be accountable for one’s actions over time.
