Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – आशौचॊ बराह्मणॊ राजन्यॊ ऽशनीयाद बराह्मणादिषु

Shloka (श्लोक)

आशौचॊ बराह्मणॊ राजन्यॊ ऽशनीयाद बराह्मणादिषु
जञानपूर्वम अथॊ लॊभात तस्याधर्मॊ गवानृतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the consequences of not adhering to proper conduct.

Translations

English Translation

The verse indicates that a Brahmin or Kshatriya should not partake in unworthy actions driven by ignorance or greed, as such behavioral transgressions lead to harm and falsehood in society.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि ब्राह्मण या राजन्य को अज्ञान या लोभ के कारण अनुचित कार्यों में लिप्त नहीं होना चाहिए, क्योंकि ऐसे आचरण के परिणामस्वरूप समाज में हानि और असत्य का उदय होता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Anushasana Parva, emphasizing moral codes applicable to societal leaders and scholars.

Meaning

It suggests maintaining a high standard of conduct as a leader to avoid harm and falsehood within society.

Application

One must act with wisdom and integrity, guided by knowledge rather than greed, to foster truth and righteousness in life.