Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – तत्रासौ निरयं पराप्तॊ वर्णभ्रष्टॊ बहिष्कृतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तत्रासौ निरयं पराप्तॊ वर्णभ्रष्टॊ बहिष्कृतः
बरह्मलॊकपरिभ्रष्टः शूद्रः समुपजायते

⚡ Quick Meaning

A person who falls from their varna becomes a Shudra, suffering in hell.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka explains that when someone deviates from their prescribed duties and falls from their social order (varna), they lose their spiritual status, resulting in becoming a Shudra and facing the consequences such as being tormented in hell.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जब कोई व्यक्ति अपने निर्धारित कर्तव्यों से भटक जाता है और अपने वर्ण से गिर जाता है, तो वह शूद्र के रूप में परिणत होता है और नरक में यातना सहता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is situated in the Anushasana Parva, which discusses the moral and social duties based on varna system, emphasizing the grave consequence of deviating from one’s duty.

Meaning

The meaning emphasizes the importance of adhering to one’s societal role; failure to do so leads to severe spiritual ramifications, reflecting the complexities of dharma.

Application

In modern times, this shloka reminds individuals of the significance of fulfilling societal responsibilities, reflecting on how deviation can impact both personal and collective well-being.