Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – यथा पत्याश्रयॊ धर्मः सत्रीणां लॊके युधिष्ठिर
Shloka (श्लोक)
यथा पत्याश्रयॊ धर्मः सत्रीणां लॊके युधिष्ठिर
स देवः सा गतिर नान्या कषत्रियस्य तथा दविजाः
⚡ Quick Meaning
O Yudhishthira, as the dharma of a wife depends on her husband, similarly, divine grace is the only path for a Kshatriya.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka draws a parallel between a wife’s dharma being reliant on her husband to the Kshatriya’s reliance on divine grace, establishing the importance of relationships and divine support in one’s duty.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक पत्नी के धर्म को उसके पति पर निर्भर करने की तुलना करता है और कषत्रिय के लिए ईश्वरीय कृपा को एकमात्र पथ के रूप में स्थापित करता है, जो कर्तव्यों में रिश्तों और ईश्वरीय समर्थन के महत्व को उजागर करता है।
Commentary
Context
Found in the Anushasana Parva, this verse explores the relationship dynamics and duties defined by one’s societal roles in Hindu philosophy.
Meaning
This verse emphasizes the interconnectedness of roles in society, particularly between spouses and the influence of divine grace on Kshatriya duties.
Application
It serves to remind individuals of the roles they play within relationships, encouraging mutual support and recognizing the higher powers at play in fulfilling duties.
