Mahabharata Vana Parva – यत्रैतल लक्ष्यते सर्पवृत्तं स बराह्मणः समृतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

यत्रैतल लक्ष्यते सर्पवृत्तं स बराह्मणः समृतः
यत्रैतन न भवेत सर्पतं शूद्रम इति निर्दिशेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the qualities attributed to a Brahmin.

Translations

English Translation

The verse illustrates the distinguishing characteristics of a Brahmin, stating that where the qualities of a true Brahmin prevail, it is lighted by virtuous behavior, contrasting with the characteristics described as ‘Shudra’.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक ब्राह्मण के गुणों को स्पष्ट करते हुए कहता है कि जहां सच्चे ब्राह्मण के गुण प्रकट होते हैं, वहां virtuous व्यवहार होता है, जबकि शूद्र के गुणों का वर्णन इससे भिन्न होता है।

Commentary

Context

This concluding verse of the batch emphasizes social virtues relevant to the ongoing discourse in Vana Parva.

Meaning

It encapsulates the ideal characteristics that define noble behavior across civilizations.

Application

This serves as a reminder to reflect on one’s own virtues and seek to embody the positive traits, regardless of societal labels.