Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – वर्णान हृत्वा तु पुरुषॊ मृतॊ जायति बर्हिणः

Shloka (श्लोक)

वर्णान हृत्वा तु पुरुषॊ मृतॊ जायति बर्हिणः
हृत्वा रक्तानि वस्त्राणि जायते जीव जीविकः

⚡ Quick Meaning

A person becomes impure and is reborn if he steals the garments of others.

Translations

English Translation

This verse emphasizes that when a person steals garments, especially those colored with blood, he degrades his own dharma and must face rebirth in a less fortunate form, thereby underlining the repercussions of immoral actions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जब कोई व्यक्ति कपड़े चुराता है, विशेष रूप से रक्त से रंगे हुए, तो वह अपने धर्म को गिराता है और एक कम भाग्यशाली रूप में पुनर्जन्म का सामना करता है, इस प्रकार अमोरल कार्यों के परिणामों को रेखांकित करता है।

Commentary

Context

In Anushasana Parva, ethical guidelines are provided, emphasizing moral conduct and its significance in shaping one’s destiny.

Meaning

This shloka serves to remind individuals of the severe consequences faced for theft, pushing them towards ethical living.

Application

One should avoid unethical behavior, understanding that every action bears consequences that may not just affect this life but also future incarnations.