Mahabharata Shanti Parva – एष दण्डॊ महाराज सत्रीणां भर्तृव्यतिक्रमे

Shloka (श्लोक)

एष दण्डॊ महाराज सत्रीणां भर्तृव्यतिक्रमे
संवत्सराभिशस्तस्य दुष्टस्य दविगुणॊ भवेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the punishment for those who violate the sanctity of women.

Translations

English Translation

The punishment for a man who transgresses against the honor of women should be twice that of the originally designated penalty, as decreed in the Mahabharata’s rule of justice.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक व्यक्ति जो महिलाओं के सम्मान का उल्लंघन करता है, उसे निर्धारित दण्ड से दुगना दण्ड भोगना चाहिए, जैसा कि महाभारत में न्याय के नियम में कहा गया है।

Commentary

Context

This verse articulates the severe ramifications of disregarding women’s dignity as elaborated in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

The emphasis is placed on the high value of women’s honor and the societal need to protect it through stringent consequences for violators.

Application

Today, this encourages a legal framework that enforces stringent penalties to deter crimes against women, promoting a safer community.