Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – एतं मे संशयं देव वद भूतपते ऽनघ

Shloka (श्लोक)

एतं मे संशयं देव वद भूतपते ऽनघ
तरयॊ वर्णाः परकृत्येह कथं बराह्मण्यम आप्नुयुः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions how different castes can attain Brahminhood in the face of natural variations.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker, addressing the divine, seeks clarity on how individuals from various castes, influenced by their inherent nature, can achieve the status of Brahmins, who are traditionally seen as the highest caste. This reflects a deep inquiry into the nature of identity and social roles in sacred texts.

हिंदी अनुवाद

आध्यात्मिक दृष्टिकोण से, यह श्लोक यह जानने का प्रयास करता है कि विभिन्न वर्णों के व्यक्ति अपनी स्वाभाविक विशेषताओं के आधार पर कैसे ब्राह्मणत्व को प्राप्त कर सकते हैं। यह धरोहर और सामाजिक भूमिकाओं की गहराई से जांच का प्रतीक है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the Anushasana Parva, which delves into ethical and social duties. It highlights the perspectives of the sage and the divine regarding caste and social order.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka revolves around the perception of caste and Brahminhood, emphasizing that it is not solely determined by birth but rather by actions and virtues.

Application

This shloka invites us to reflect on our own identities beyond societal labels and encourages personal accountability in achieving a virtuous life.