Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यॊ बराह्मणान परिभवेद विनाशं वापि रॊचयेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

यॊ बराह्मणान परिभवेद विनाशं वापि रॊचयेत
सूर्यॊदय इवावश्यं धरुवं तस्य पराभवः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka indicates that one who insults the learned will face inevitable downfall.

Translations

English Translation

Whoever tries to insult the Brahmanas or takes pleasure in their destruction is bound to experience downfall, just as sunrise is certain after nightfall. This is an unchanging principle of the universe.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति ब्राह्मणों का अपमान करता है या उनके विनाश में आनंद लेता है, उसे निश्चित रूप से पतन का सामना करना पड़ेगा, जैसे रात के बाद सूर्योदय होना निश्चित है। यह ब्रह्मांड का एक अपरिवर्तनीय सिद्धांत है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Shanti Parva, underlining the sanctity of the learned and the consequences of their dishonor.

Meaning

The verse warns against disrespecting the wise and suggests that such actions lead to inevitable repercussions.

Application

This teaching encourages respect for all, especially those who are wise and knowledgeable, to foster harmony in society.