Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सथं सृष्टानि भूतानि कथं वर्णविभक्तयः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सथं सृष्टानि भूतानि कथं वर्णविभक्तयः
शौचाशौचं कथं तेषां धर्माधर्माव अथॊ कथम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka questions the nature and divisions of existence and the concepts of purity and righteousness.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka examines the state of beings that exist, wondering how they are categorized into various forms and attributes. It also questions the concepts of purity and impurity, alongside the moral dimensions of righteousness and unrighteousness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन जीवों की स्थिति का अध्ययन करता है, यह सोचते हुए कि उन्हें विभिन्न रूपों और गुणों में कैसे वर्गीकृत किया जाता है। यह शौच और अशौच की अवधारणाओं, साथ ही धर्म और अधर्म के नैतिक पहलुओं पर भी प्रश्न उठाता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Shanti Parva, this shloka presents a philosophical inquiry into the nature and order of beings within existence.

Meaning

The underlying meaning suggests a deep exploration into the essence of life, morality, and the nature of existence.

Application

This shloka encourages individuals to reflect on their own moral choices and the nature of existence while seeking clarity about life’s purposes.