Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – बराह्मण्यं काङ्क्षसे हि तवं तपश च पृथिवीपते

Shloka (श्लोक)

बराह्मण्यं काङ्क्षसे हि तवं तपश च पृथिवीपते
अवमन्य नरेन्द्रत्वं देवेन्द्रत्वं च पार्थिव

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses the king’s aspiration for the essence of Brahminhood through penance.

Translations

English Translation

The verse highlights the king’s desire for attaining Brahmin qualities through one’s acts of penance, illustrating the universal pursuit of higher virtues over temporal power.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक राजा की ब्राह्मण गुणों की प्राप्ति की आकांक्षा को दर्शाता है, यह दर्शाता है कि ऊँचाई की आदर्शता के लिए अस्थायी शक्ति से बढ़कर है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka addresses the theme of true vitality in spiritual growth found in Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

It illustrates the elevation of soul when one seeks divine wisdom over worldly treasures.

Application

This encourages transcending material desires, focusing instead on the pursuit of spiritual and moral excellence.