Mahabharata Shanti Parva – गॊब्राह्मण हितार्थं च वर्णानां संकरेषु च

Shloka (श्लोक)

गॊब्राह्मण हितार्थं च वर्णानां संकरेषु च
गृह्णीयात तु धनुर वैश्यः परित्राणाय चात्मनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The wealth of the Vaishya should be wielded to protect the interests of both cows and Brahmins, especially during social conflicts.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka indicates that a merchant (Vaishya) must use their resources to safeguard the welfare of cows and Brahmins, especially in times of social disturbances or conflicts. It serves as a reminder of their duties toward society.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि एक व्यवसायी (वैश्य) को अपनी संपत्ति का उपयोग करना चाहिए गायों और ब्राह्मणों के कल्याण की रक्षा के लिए, विशेष रूप से सामाजिक संघर्ष या समस्याओं के समय में। यह समाज के प्रति उनकी जिम्मेदारियों की याद दिलाता है।

Commentary

Context

Part of the Shanti Parva, this shloka addresses the responsibilities of individuals belonging to different social orders, particularly in protecting societal values during crises.

Meaning

The key message is about the ethical obligation of merchants to support the foundational elements of society, such as Brahmins and cows, which are considered vital for spiritual and societal well-being.

Application

In modern times, this principle can be applied to encourage businesses to contribute to social welfare, advocating for ethics, sustainability, and community support in their practices.