Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – कषात्रधर्मिणम अप्य आजौ केतयेत कुलजं दविजम

Shloka (श्लोक)

कषात्रधर्मिणम अप्य आजौ केतयेत कुलजं दविजम
न तव एव वणिजं तात शराद्धेषु परिकल्पयेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka advises against disregarding the roles of Kshatriyas while performing ancestral rituals, particularly referring to merchant duties.

Translations

English Translation

The verse suggests that even a Kshatriya, who is competent and noble by birth, should not treat merchants lightly during ancestral ceremonies, reinforcing the importance of all occupational roles.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि एक योग्य राजा, जो काष्ट्रिय धर्म में है, को भी व्यापारियों की अहमियत को नजरअंदाज नहीं करना चाहिए, विशेष रूप से जब वह श्राद्ध जैसे अनुष्ठानों का पालन करें।

Commentary

Context

Located in the Anushasana Parva, this shloka emphasizes traditional duties during significant rituals related to ancestors.

Meaning

The text underlines that respect for all professions is crucial, as each has a role to play in societal framework, especially during important religious rituals.

Application

Promoting reverence for all professions can cultivate harmony and understanding in the collective societal practice.