Mahabharata Shanti Parva – कामभॊग परियास तीक्ष्णाः करॊधनाः परिय साहसाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कामभॊग परियास तीक्ष्णाः करॊधनाः परिय साहसाः
तयक्तस्वधर्मा रक्ताङ्गास ते दविजाः कषत्रतां गताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka warns about the effects of indulgence and the abandonment of one’s duty.

Translations

English Translation

Those who succumb to desires, anger, and reckless actions abandon their dharma and take on a nature resembling that of the Kshatriyas. This warns against losing one’s sense of duty in pursuit of passions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो लोग इच्छाओं, क्रोध और बेपरवाह कार्यों के प्रति समर्पित होते हैं, वे अपने धर्म को त्याग देते हैं और क्षत्रिय की प्रकृति धारित करते हैं। यह चेतावनी है कि धुन में अपने धर्म की भावना को खोना नहीं चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This verse emphasizes the dangers of neglecting one’s defined duties, found in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It indicates that succumbing to negative traits can distort one’s identity and role within society.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder to stay committed to one’s responsibilities in the face of temptations.