Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पङ्गुष्व अपि च देवर्षे ये चान्ये कुत्सिता नराः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पङ्गुष्व अपि च देवर्षे ये चान्ये कुत्सिता नराः
सत्रीणाम अगम्यॊ लॊके ऽसमिन नास्ति कश चिन महामुने

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka suggests that no matter their physical condition or societal prejudice, women are always revered in essence.

Translations

English Translation

Even those women who may be marginalized or looked down upon in society are never less than important, as there is no place in this world where they aren’t regarded with respect.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो महिलाएँ समाज में हाशिए पर या अवहेलना की जाती हैं, वे कभी भी महत्वपूर्ण नहीं होतीं, क्योंकि इस दुनिया में कोई ऐसा स्थान नहीं है जहाँ उनकी इज्जत न की जाए।

Commentary

Context

This verse addresses the social biases faced by women but ultimately affirms their intrinsic value irrespective of societal viewpoints.

Meaning

The underlying message emphasizes that women’s worth transcends societal judgments and biases.

Application

This wisdom is a call for elevating women’s status and fighting societal injustices against them.