Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – वृषलॊ बराह्मणी गत्वा कृमियॊनौ परजायते

Shloka (श्लोक)

वृषलॊ बराह्मणी गत्वा कृमियॊनौ परजायते
तत्रापत्यं समुत्पाद्य ततॊ जायति मूषकः

⚡ Quick Meaning

A person of lower caste who engages with a Brahmin woman will be reborn as a rat after producing offspring.

Translations

English Translation

This verse addresses social boundaries and consequences for individuals, indicating that a person of a lower caste who fathers children with a Brahmin woman will be reborn as a rat. It emphasizes the repercussions of violating societal norms and responsibilities.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सामाजिक सीमाओं और व्यक्तियों के लिए परिणामों को संबोधित करता है, यह दर्शाते हुए कि एक नीची जाति का व्यक्ति यदि एक ब्राह्मणी के साथ संतान उत्पन्न करता है, तो वह मूषक के रूप में पुनर्जन्म लेगा। यह सामाजिक मानदंडों और जिम्मेदारियों का उल्लंघन करने के परिणामों पर जोर देता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is situated within the Anushasana Parva which often reflects on social order and the importance of adhering to caste-based customs.

Meaning

The implication is that social dynamics are crucial to individual destinies, and transgressions have significant consequences in the context of societal expectations and lineage.

Application

This teaching encourages reflection on social roles and responsibilities in one’s life, promoting adherence to ethical conduct and community values.