Mahabharata Shanti Parva – बराह्मणः केन भवति कषत्रियॊ वा दविजॊत्तम

Shloka (श्लोक)

[भरद्वाज]बराह्मणः केन भवति कषत्रियॊ वा दविजॊत्तम
वैश्यः शूद्रश च विप्रर्षे तद बरूहि वदतां वर

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the qualities that define different social statuses, including Brahmins and Kshatriyas.

Translations

English Translation

This verse inquires about the conditions that create a Brahmin or Kshatriya, inviting scholars to enlighten on social structures and classifications.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस शर्तों पर सवाल उठाता है जो एक ब्राह्मण या क्षत्रिय का निर्धारण करती हैं, विद्वानों से सामाजिक संरचनाओं और वर्गीकरणों पर प्रकाश डालने के लिए आमंत्रित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in discussions on social hierarchy and duties within the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It underlines that one’s social identity is not inherent but constructed through actions and values.

Application

The verse encourages self-reflection on one’s roles and responsibilities, irrespective of societal labels.