Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – आत्मजां रूपसंपन्नां महतीं सदृशे वरे

Shloka (श्लोक)

आत्मजां रूपसंपन्नां महतीं सदृशे वरे
न परयच्छति यः कन्यां तं विद्याद बरह्म घातिनम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the sin of not giving away a deserving daughter.

Translations

English Translation

The verse refers to the person who does not give away a virtuous daughter who is well endowed and is deemed worthy, marking them as a transgressor of great principle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन लोगों का उल्लेख करता है जो एक गुणी और योग्य कन्या को नहीं देते, इस पर उन्हें नैतिक पापी के रूप में देखा जाता है।

Commentary

Context

Located in the Anushasana Parva, this verse relates to ethical duties surrounding familial and social obligations.

Meaning

The teaching stresses the importance of fulfilling one’s social and moral responsibilities regarding family, specifically daughters.

Application

This serves as a reminder to honor familial obligations and to treat women with respect and dignity in society.