Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – कषत्रियं तूग्र कर्माणं तवं भद्रे जनयिष्यसि

Shloka (श्लोक)

कषत्रियं तूग्र कर्माणं तवं भद्रे जनयिष्यसि
न हि ते तत कृतं साधु मातृस्नेहेन भामिनि

⚡ Quick Meaning

You will bear a Kshatriya due to your fierce actions, not for the sake of maternal affection.

Translations

English Translation

This verse conveys that despite maternal affection, a child born will embody the fierce and warrior-like nature of a Kshatriya, emphasizing that actions taken are more significant than emotions in determining one’s essence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि मातृ स्नेह के बावजूद, जन्मा संतान एक कष्ट्रीय की तीव्रता और योद्धा स्वभाव को दर्शाएगा, यह स्पष्ट करते हुए कि किए गए कार्य भावनाओं से अधिक महत्वपूर्ण होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

Set in the Anushasana Parva, the shloka highlights the interplay between emotions and duty in familial relationships.

Meaning

The essence of a person is shaped by their actions, rather than their intentions, showcasing the importance of duty over emotions.

Application

Individuals can focus on their actions and responsibilities rather than being swayed solely by emotions in building their legacy.