Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – केन वा कर्मणा विप्रः शूद्रयॊनौ परजायते

Shloka (श्लोक)

केन वा कर्मणा विप्रः शूद्रयॊनौ परजायते
कषत्रियः शूद्र ताम एति केन वा कर्मणा विभॊ

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka addresses the intersection between karma and birth, questioning how individuals attain their social identity based on actions.

Translations

English Translation

The verse explores the idea of how a person, regardless of birth, could rise or fall in social standing based on their actions, suggesting a critical view of caste-based identity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस विचार पर प्रकाश डालता है कि कोई भी व्यक्ति, जन्म के आधार पर, अपने कर्मों के द्वारा समाज में अपनी स्थिति को कैसे प्राप्त या खो सकता है, यह जाति आधारित पहचान के प्रति एक समालोचनात्मक दृष्टिकोण पेश करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse in Anushasana Parva challenges the notion of inherent caste identity and emphasizes the role of actions in defining one’s societal role.

Meaning

It signifies that one’s identity is dynamic, influenced by personal actions rather than being solely determined by birth.

Application

This shloka serves as an encouragement for individuals to focus on their actions, rather than on societal labels, promoting a more egalitarian ethical framework.