Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – चातुराश्रम्य बाह्याश च शरुतिबाह्याश च ये नराः

Shloka (श्लोक)

चातुराश्रम्य बाह्याश च शरुतिबाह्याश च ये नराः
विकर्मभिश च जीवन्ति ते वै निरयगामिनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those who live outside the four stages of life and engage in wrong actions shall also go to hell.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka addresses the consequences for those who do not follow the four stages of life prescribed and commit wrongdoings, indicating their inevitable descent into hell.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन लोगों के लिए परिणामों को दर्शाता है जो चार जीवन के चरणों का पालन नहीं करते और गलत कार्य करते हैं, यह दर्शाते हुए कि उनका अंत नरक में होगा।

Commentary

Context

From the Anushasana Parva, this shloka reflects on the adherence to essential life stages and ethical conduct.

Meaning

The moral stresses the significance of following life’s prescribed stages to lead a righteous life.

Application

This encourages individuals to embrace the responsibilities of each life stage while avoiding unethical behaviors.