Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – शूद्रस्य सयात सवर्णैव भार्या नान्या कथं चन

Shloka (श्लोक)

शूद्रस्य सयात सवर्णैव भार्या नान्या कथं चन
शूद्रस्य समभागः सयाद यदि पुत्रशतं भवेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the entitlement of a Shudra to marry a woman from the higher castes, particularly highlighting the sharing of inheritance with progeny.

Translations

English Translation

A Shudra is deserving of a wife from among the higher castes, and he cannot have any other type of wife. Their rightful share of inheritance should be proportional if they have a hundred sons.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक शूद्र को उच्च वर्ण की पत्नी का अधिकार है, और उन्हें अन्य प्रकार की पत्नी नहीं मिल सकती। यदि उनके सौ पुत्र हैं, तो उनकी वैध हिस्सेदारी भी उसी अनुपात में होगी।

Commentary

Context

This verse belongs to the Anushasana Parva, offering insight into the rules of marital alliances and inheritance in ancient Indian society.

Meaning

The shloka signifies the social dynamics around marriage and inheritance, positioning the Shudra’s marital choices within the broader caste framework.

Application

This teaching serves as a reminder of the importance of social structures and norms in shaping familial and societal interactions regarding marriage and wealth distribution.