Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अयॊ हन्ति यदाश्मानम अग्निश चापॊ ऽभिपद्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

अयॊ हन्ति यदाश्मानम अग्निश चापॊ ऽभिपद्यते
बरह्म च कषत्रियॊ दवेष्टि तदा सीदन्ति ते तरयः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Iron, when harmed by fire or water, suffers decline; similarly, harm to Brahmins and Kshatriyas leads to dire consequences.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates that just as iron deteriorates when exposed to fire or water, the disruption to the societal order affects the learned class (Brahmins) and warriors (Kshatriyas), causing unrest and chaos in society.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जैसे लोहे को आग या पानी के संपर्क में आने पर नुकसान होता है, वैसे ही ज्ञानियों (ब्राह्मणों) और योद्धाओं (क्षत्रिय) को हानि पहुंचने पर समाज में अशांति और अराजकता उत्पन्न होती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka addresses the consequences of societal harm and is a part of the discussions around ethics and duty in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It illustrates the intricate connection between societal classes and the detriment of peace when disruptions occur among key societal groups.

Application

It serves as a reminder of the need to protect and sustain the core values in society, particularly concerning the learned and warrior classes.