Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – जयायांसम अपि शीलेन विहीनं नैव पूजयेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

जयायांसम अपि शीलेन विहीनं नैव पूजयेत
अपि शूद्रं तु सद्वृत्तं धर्मज्ञानम अभिपूजयेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

One should respect good character over social status or lineage.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka teaches that an individual should not be revered solely based on their social status or lineage. Instead, true reverence should be given to those who possess wholesome character and ethical knowledge, regardless of their societal labels.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सिखाता है कि किसी व्यक्ति का सम्मान उसके सामाजिक स्थिति या जाति के आधार पर नहीं होना चाहिए। इसके बजाय, सच्चा सम्मान उन लोगों को दिया जाना चाहिए जिनमें सद्गुण और नैतिक ज्ञान हो, चाहे उनकी सामाजिक पहचान कोई भी हो।

Commentary

Context

This verse is sourced from the Anushasana Parva, dealing with ethical rankings among individuals based on character rather than caste.

Meaning

This suggests that innate goodness and ethical understanding should be the criteria for respect, promoting equality and moral excellence.

Application

In daily life, this shloka encourages us to uplift individuals based on their moral integrity and character rather than societal backgrounds.