Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सर्वभक्ष रतिर नित्यं सर्वकर्म करॊ ऽशुचिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सर्वभक्ष रतिर नित्यं सर्वकर्म करॊ ऽशुचिः
तयक्तवेदस तव अनाचारः स वै शूद्र इति समृतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

A person who is always engaged in eating all kinds of food and performs all actions without purity is deemed a Shudra.

Translations

English Translation

A person who is perpetually engaged in consuming various kinds of food and performs actions irrespective of their purity, and who disregards the study of the Vedas, is mentioned as a Shudra in the scriptures.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति सभी प्रकार के भोजन का सेवन करने में लगा रहता है और शुद्धता की परवाह किए बिना सभी कर्म करता है, तथा वेद के अध्ययन को छोड़ देता है, वह ग्रंथों में शूद्र के रूप में वर्णित है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka explains the characteristics associated with the Shudra class, which traditionally encompassed service roles in society.

Meaning

The Shudra is portrayed as one who may not pursue spiritual or academic excellence, focusing instead on physical sustenance and service.

Application

Understanding this classification can help individuals find their rightful place in society, encouraging personal development in accordance with one’s role and responsibilities.