Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अस्माकं बरह्महत्यातॊ कॊ ऽनयॊ लॊकपितामह

Shloka (श्लोक)

अस्माकं बरह्महत्यातॊ कॊ ऽनयॊ लॊकपितामह
सवभावनिहतान अस्मान न पुनर हन्तुम अर्हसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the seriousness of Brahmahati and implores the grandfather figure not to inflict further harm upon the already suffering beings.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker argues that they have already been victimized by the grave sin of Brahmahati and appeals to the grandfather figure, reinforcing that further harm should not be meted out to individuals already afflicted by their own nature.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता कहता है कि वे पहले ही ब्रह्महत्या के गंभीर पाप का शिकार बन चुके हैं और अपने दादा से प्रार्थना करता है कि पहले से पीड़ित व्यक्तियों पर और अधिक आघात न किया जाए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of discussions around moral accountability and compassion within the larger narrative of the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It emphasizes the profound consequences of actions and how they can weigh down individuals, appealing for mercy and understanding.

Application

This exhortation encourages individuals to reflect on their actions and emphasizes the importance of mercy towards those who have already endured significant hardships.