Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – यथा न सदृशी जातु बराह्मण्याः कषत्रिया भवेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

यथा न सदृशी जातु बराह्मण्याः कषत्रिया भवेत
कषत्रियायास तथा वैश्या न जातु सदृशी भवेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Just as a Kshatriya cannot equal a Brahmin, a Vaishya too cannot match a Kshatriya in their respective qualities.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates the idea that each class has its intrinsic qualities and that no person can truly replicate the inherent attributes of another class. It shows the unique strengths associated with each societal role, emphasizing their importance and contributions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस धारणा को दर्शाता है कि प्रत्येक जाति में अपनी संकेन्द्रित विशेषताएँ होती हैं और कोई व्यक्ति वास्तव में किसी अन्य जाति की अंतर्निहित विशेषताओं की नकल नहीं कर सकता। यह प्रत्येक सामाजिक भूमिका से जुड़े अद्वितीय गुणों को प्रदर्शित करता है, उनकी महत्वता और योगदान को रेखांकित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Anushasana Parva emphasizes the distinct characteristics of each societal role and reinforces their importance.

Meaning

It brings forth the idea of recognizing and valuing the unique attributes of different roles within the social hierarchy.

Application

In contemporary society, this serves as a reminder to celebrate diversity and understand that everyone has unique contributions to make, strengthening the social fabric.