Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तपॊ मन्त्रबलं नित्यं बराह्मणेषु परतिष्ठितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

तपॊ मन्त्रबलं नित्यं बराह्मणेषु परतिष्ठितम
अस्त्रबाहुबलं नित्यं कषत्रियेषु परतिष्ठितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Brāhmaṇas are established in the power of penance and mantras, while Kṣatriyas are established in the power of weapons and strength.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the distinct qualities of the Brāhmaṇas and Kṣatriyas in society. Brāhmaṇas, associated with spiritual wisdom, rely on their penance and the power of sacred mantras. Kṣatriyas, the warrior class, derive their strength from mastery over weapons, illustrating the balance of spiritual and physical power in governance.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक ब्राह्मणों और क्षत्रिय वर्गों की विभिन्न विशेषताओं पर जोर देता है। ब्राह्मण, जो आध्यात्मिक ज्ञान से जुड़े होते हैं, अपनी तपस्या और मंत्रों की शक्ति पर निर्भर करते हैं। क्षत्रिय, जो योद्धा वर्ग हैं, हथियारों पर महारत के द्वारा अपनी ताकत प्राप्त करते हैं, जो शासन में आध्यात्मिक और भौतिक शक्ति के संतुलन को दर्शाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Shanti Parva, offering insights into the roles of different societal classes in upholding righteousness and order.

Meaning

The shloka conveys that each class has unique strengths; Brāhmaṇas with their learning and Kṣatriyas with their valor, both are essential for societal functioning.

Application

Understanding the distinct roles of individuals based on their strengths helps in creating balanced societies and upholding duties in our personal and professional lives.