Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – वैश्यॊ वा कषत्रियः केन दविजॊ वा कषत्रियॊ भवेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

वैश्यॊ वा कषत्रियः केन दविजॊ वा कषत्रियॊ भवेत
परतिलॊमः कथं देव शक्यॊ धर्मॊ निषेवितुम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the transformation of social roles, emphasizing the challenges in upholding dharma across classes.

Translations

English Translation

The verse queries how any individual, regardless of class, can truly embody the qualities associated with their caste when dharma is difficult to sustain, underlining the inherent complexities in social stratification.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सवाल करता है कि कोई भी व्यक्ति, चाहे वह किसी भी वर्ग का हो, धर्म के गुणों को कैसे धारण कर सकेगा, यह बताते हुए कि यह सामाजिक संरचना में अंतर्निहित जटिलताओं को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of Anushasana Parva, reflecting on the expectations and realities of social roles in relation to dharma.

Meaning

It questions the rigidity of social divisions and the essence of righteousness in fulfilling one’s duties.

Application

This shloka encourages reflection on personal actions beyond societal labels, advocating for a deeper understanding of dharma.