Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – यदि पुत्रसमं शिष्यं गुरुर हन्याद अकारणे

Shloka (श्लोक)

यदि पुत्रसमं शिष्यं गुरुर हन्याद अकारणे
आत्मनः कामकारेण सॊ ऽपि हंसः परजायते

⚡ Quick Meaning

A teacher who harms a student comparable to a son suffers spiritual loss.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the deep bond between a teacher and student, urging that if a teacher harms a student as if he is his own son, he will incur negative karma that leads to his downfall.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक शिक्षक और छात्र के बीच गहरे संबंध को उजागर करता है, यह चेतावनी देते हुए कि यदि एक शिक्षक अपने छात्र को ऐसा नुकसान पहुंचाता है जैसे वह उसका अपना पुत्र हो, तो उसे नकारात्मक कर्म का सामना करना पड़ेगा, जिससे उसका पतन होगा।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Anushasana Parva, driving the point of deeper respect and responsibility in the teacher-student dynamic.

Meaning

It highlights the serious moral obligations of a teacher, confirming that care and respect for students is essential for moral rectitude.

Application

Encourages educators to cultivate care and respect, influencing the lives they shape in their teachings and guidance.