Mahabharata Vana Parva – न वरतानि चरिष्यन्ति बराह्मणा वेद निन्दकाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न वरतानि चरिष्यन्ति बराह्मणा वेद निन्दकाः
न यक्ष्यन्ति न हॊष्यन्ति हेतुवादविलॊभिताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Brāhmaṇas who criticize the Vedas will not receive any benefits.

Translations

English Translation

Those who denigrate the Vedas will not perform righteous actions and will not be rewarded. Rather, they will be tempted by arguments leading them astray from truth. Such individuals ignore their duties and indulge in self-destructive tendencies.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो ब्राह्मण वेदों की निंदा करते हैं, वे कर्म नहीं करेंगे और न ही पुरस्कार पाएंगे। बल्कि, वे अपने कर्तव्यों को नजरअंदाज करके आत्म-संहारक प्रवृत्तियों में लिप्त हो जाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the consequences of criticizing sacred texts in the context of the Vana Parva.

Meaning

Criticism of the Vedas leads to a lack of moral and spiritual development.

Application

One should approach the Vedas with respect, understanding their significance in guiding righteous living.