Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – सथस्थानात स परिभ्रष्टॊ
Shloka (श्लोक)
सथस्थानात स परिभ्रष्टॊ
वर्णसंकरतां गतः
बराह्मणः कषत्रियॊ वैश्यः
शूद्रत्वं याति तादृशः
⚡ Quick Meaning
A person who falls from their rightful place becomes mixed and may even adopt the status of a Shudra.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka illustrates that when a person deviates from their rightful position within the varna system, they may become mixed, leading to a loss of their original status and descending to the level of a Shudra, reflecting the fluid nature of societal roles.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि जब कोई व्यक्ति अपने उचित स्थान से भटकता है, तो वह मिश्रित रूप में विकसित होता है और शूद्र के स्तर पर भी चला जाता है, जो सामाजिक भूमिकाओं की तरलता को दर्शाता है।
Commentary
Context
This verse appears in the Anushasana Parva, which emphasizes moral duty and the consequences of straying from established social roles within varna.
Meaning
The meaning here is profound: straying from one’s role not only impacts individual identity but can also disrupt societal structure, leading to increased confusion and strife.
Application
In contemporary society, it encourages people to recognize and honor their unique contributions, which helps in preserving societal cohesion and progression.
