Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – चातुर्वर्ण्यस्य कर्माणि चातुर्वर्ण्यं च केवलम

Shloka (श्लोक)

[भ]चातुर्वर्ण्यस्य कर्माणि चातुर्वर्ण्यं च केवलम
असृजत स ह यज्ञार्थे पूर्वम एव परजापतिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the creation of the four castes based on their duties.

Translations

English Translation

The verse states that the four castes were created by Prajapati solely for the purpose of duties and sacrifices, establishing a foundational aspect of social order.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि चार जातियों का निर्माण प्रजापति द्वारा केवल कर्तव्यों और आहुतियों के लिए किया गया था, जो सामाजिक व्यवस्था का एक मौलिक पहलू स्थापित करता है।

Commentary

Context

Within the Anushasana Parva, this verse addresses the nature of caste responsibilities within Vedic society.

Meaning

The meaning suggests that caste is not arbitrary but based on inherent duties aligned with societal needs.

Application

This supports the ideal that every individual’s role in society should reflect their capabilities and contributions rather than predetermined lines.