Mahabharata Shanti Parva – मिथॊ भेदाद बराह्मणक्षत्रियाणां; परजा दुःखं दुः सहं चाविशन्ति

Shloka (श्लोक)

मिथॊ भेदाद बराह्मणक्षत्रियाणां; परजा दुःखं दुः सहं चाविशन्ति
एवं जञात्वा कार्य एवेह विद्वान; पुरॊहितॊ नैकविद्यॊ नृपेण

⚡ Quick Meaning

Division among the Brahmins and Kshatriyas leads to the suffering of the people; a wise individual should recognize this and act accordingly.

Translations

English Translation

This verse addresses the rifts between the social classes of Brahmins and Kshatriyas, implying that such divisions cause pain and hardship to society. A learned person should be aware of these dynamics and seek to heal rather than perpetuate conflict.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक ब्राह्मणों और क्षत्रियों के बीच की दरारों को संबोधित करता है, यह बताते हुए कि इस तरह के विभाजन समाज में दर्द और कठिनाइयों का कारण बनते हैं। एक विद्वान व्यक्ति को इन गतिशीलताओं की पहचान करनी चाहिए और संघर्ष को बढ़ावा देने के बजाय उसे ठीक करने का प्रयास करना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

Found within the Shanti Parva, this verse emphasizes societal harmony, suggesting that divisions only lead to collective suffering.

Meaning

It points to the necessity of unity and cooperation among different social strata to alleviate the difficulties faced by everyone.

Application

Promoting understanding and collaboration amongst diverse groups can help build stronger communities and minimize societal suffering.