Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – एतत ते सर्वम आख्यातं यथा शूद्रॊ भवेद दविजः

Shloka (श्लोक)

एतत ते सर्वम आख्यातं यथा शूद्रॊ भवेद दविजः
बराह्मणॊ वा चयुतॊ धर्माद यथा शूद्रत्वम आप्नुते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka explains the conditions under which a higher caste individual may fall into a lower status.

Translations

English Translation

This discusses how a person born into a higher caste may fall to the state of a Shudra if they abandon their duties and engage in inappropriate actions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह बताता है कि यदि कोई उच्च जाति में जन्मा व्यक्ति अपने कर्तव्यों को छोड़ता है और अनुचित कार्यों में संलग्न होता है, तो वह शूद्र की स्थिति में गिर सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse from Anushasana Parva reflects on the fluidity of caste status based on individual actions.

Meaning

It conveys that adherence to one’s dharma is crucial to maintaining one’s societal status.

Application

Understanding the importance of one’s responsibilities can help prevent moral decline and loss of social standing.