Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – परॊक्ता गृहस्थ वृत्तिस ते विहिता या मनीसिनाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

[भी]परॊक्ता गृहस्थ वृत्तिस ते विहिता या मनीसिनाम
तदनन्तरम उक्तं यत तन निबॊध युधिष्ठिर

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka elaborates on the household duties prescribed for those who are wise and emphasizes the importance of understanding these duties.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes the household responsibilities designated for the wise, urging Yudhishthira to pay attention to fulfilling these essential duties laid down for the household life stage. It indicates the structure of societal duties for spiritual evolution.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन गृहस्थों के लिए निर्धारित कर्तव्यों का विवरण देता है, जो विवेकी हैं, और युधिष्ठिर से इन आवश्यक कर्तव्यों को निभाने पर ध्यान देने के लिए कहता है। यह जीवन के गृहस्थ चरण के लिए समाज के कर्तव्यों की तात्त्विकता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

The context revolves around discussing household duties and how they relate to spiritual growth, as conveyed by the sages to Yudhishthira.

Meaning

The meaning highlights the critical role of household responsibilities in attaining a balanced and fulfilling life while also moving toward higher spiritual aspirations.

Application

This shloka encourages individuals to embrace their roles and duties earnestly as a pathway to personal and spiritual development.