Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – युद्यतेषुम अथॊ दृष्ट्वा बराह्मणं कषत्रबन्धुवत

Shloka (श्लोक)

युद्यतेषुम अथॊ दृष्ट्वा बराह्मणं कषत्रबन्धुवत
यॊ हन्यात समरे करुद्धॊ युध्यन्तम अपलायिनम
बरह्महत्या न तस्य सयाद इति धर्मेषु निश्चयः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka warns against the grave sin of killing a brahmin, regardless of the circumstances.

Translations

English Translation

The verse asserts that witnessing a brahmin engaged in battle should not incite violence against him, emphasizing that killing such a learned individual, even in anger, leads to grave sin, and thus, this principle must be adhered to in matters of righteousness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह कहता है कि एक युद्ध में ब्राह्मण को देखते हुए भी उसे मारने का कोई कारण नहीं है, यह बताते हुए कि गुस्से में भी एक विद्वान का वध गंभीर पाप कहलाता है, इसलिए यह सिद्धांत धर्म के मामलों में पालन करना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This verse is vital for understanding the moral boundaries set concerning violence and the protection of learned individuals in society.

Meaning

It highlights the sanctity of life, especially of those who contribute to spiritual and intellectual elevation, showing the great respect endowed upon such individuals.

Application

In modern contexts, this reinforces the importance of protecting knowledge and wisdom against aggression, providing a moral compass in conflicts.