Mahabharata Shanti Parva – एते धर्माः सर्ववर्णाश च वीरैर; उत्क्रष्टव्याः कषत्रियैर एष धर्मः

Shloka (श्लोक)

एते धर्माः सर्ववर्णाश च वीरैर; उत्क्रष्टव्याः कषत्रियैर एष धर्मः
तस्माज जयेष्ठा राजधर्मा न चान्ये; वीर्यज्येष्ठा वीरधर्मा मता ये

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those who are courageous must uphold the dharma designated for Kshatriyas to protect society.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka elaborates on the obligations of warriors (Kshatriyas) to uphold their warrior dharma. It points out that among various duties, the most prominent ones belong to those of bravery, asserting that the Kshatriyas must actively participate in upholding righteousness in society.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक योद्धाओं (क्षत्रिय) के कर्तव्यों पर प्रकाश डालता है कि उन्हें अपने योद्धा धर्म को बनाए रखना चाहिए। यह बताता है कि विभिन्न कर्तव्यों में, सबसे प्रमुख वे हैं जो वीरता के साथ जुड़े होते हैं, यह साबित करते हुए कि क्षत्रिय को समाज में धर्म का पालन करते रहना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This statement is made in the larger context of examining the virtues and responsibilities of Kshatriyas in governance and protection as discussed in Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It underscores the values of courage and responsibility that Kshatriyas must embody to serve and protect the people according to their societal role.

Application

This serves as a call to action for those in positions of power to actively engage in protecting justice and moral order within their communities.