Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – यस तु विप्रत्वम उत्सृज्य कषात्रं धर्मं निषेवते

Shloka (श्लोक)

यस तु विप्रत्वम उत्सृज्य कषात्रं धर्मं निषेवते
बराह्मण्यत्न स परिभ्रष्टः कषत्रयॊनौ परजायते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka explains that one who abandons Brahminhood and adheres to Kshatriya duties, falls and takes rebirth as a Kshatriya.

Translations

English Translation

This verse articulates that someone who relinquishes the qualities and duties associated with Brahminhood and instead identifies with Kshatriya duties may find themselves reborn into a Kshatriya family. It reflects the consequences of choices made concerning one’s dharma.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि जो व्यक्ति ब्राह्मणत्व को छोड़कर कषत्रीय धर्म का पालन करता है, वह कषत्रिय संतान के रूप में पुनर्जन्म लेता है। यह अपने चयन के परिणामों का जोड़ता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the broader discussion in the Anushasana Parva about the interplay between Dharma, societal duties, and rebirth concerning one’s choices in life.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of adhering to one’s prescribed duties; neglecting them can lead to a significant shift in one’s social identity in future births.

Application

This encourages reflection on our choices and the importance of fulfilling our responsibilities to maintain our spiritual and social identities.