Mahabharata Drona Parva – सपृशतां बराह्मणं गां च पादेनाग्निं च यां लभेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

सपृशतां बराह्मणं गां च पादेनाग्निं च यां लभेत
याप्सु शरेष्म पुरीषं वा मूत्रं वा मुञ्चतां गतिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the negative consequences faced by those who harm others.

Translations

English Translation

The verse warns that entities who inflict harm upon Brahmins or sacred elements, or engage in acts of disrespect towards nature, find themselves in dire situations, illustrating the essence of karma.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन व्यक्तियों को चेतावनी देता है जो ब्राह्मणों या पवित्र तत्वों पर चोट पहुंचाते हैं, या प्रकृति के प्रति असम्मान करते हैं, गंभीर परिस्थितियों में फंस जाते हैं, जो कर्म की सार्थकता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Drona Parva, this shloka reflects the values of non-violence and respect for the sanctity of life.

Meaning

The essence here is that harming others leads to negative karma, inviting suffering upon oneself.

Application

This teaching encourages individuals to practice compassion and mindfulness, respecting life in all its forms.