Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यच च मां धार्मिकॊ भूत्वा बरवीषि गुरु घातिनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यच च मां धार्मिकॊ भूत्वा बरवीषि गुरु घातिनम
तदर्थम अहम उत्पन्नः पाञ्चाल्यस्य सुतॊ ऽनलात

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the righteousness of actions taken against a guru.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker contemplates the moral implications of attacking a teacher and questions the righteousness behind such actions, especially given that he is the son of a fire.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर प्रकाश डालता है कि गुरु पर आक्रमण करने के पीछे की नैतिकता पर विचार करते हुए वह पूछता है कि ऐसा करना कितना धार्मिक है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in a moment of reflection on ethical dilemmas regarding one’s teacher during conflict.

Meaning

It signals a profound understanding of the respect and devotion attributed to teachers in the Indian ethos.

Application

This teaches the importance of valuing wisdom and respect towards mentors, even in challenging circumstances.