Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कषत्रियेण हि हन्तव्यः कषत्रियॊ लॊभम आस्थितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कषत्रियेण हि हन्तव्यः कषत्रियॊ लॊभम आस्थितः
अक्षत्रियॊ वा दाशार्ह सवधर्मम अनुतिष्ठता

⚡ Quick Meaning

A Kshatriya must be eliminated when motivated by greed; even a non-Kshatriya must uphold their duty.

Translations

English Translation

This verse speaks about the righteousness of a Kshatriya’s role in combat. If their greed drives them, they deserve punishment. Furthermore, it asserts that the duty of every individual, including those outside the warrior class, is to uphold their dharma, regardless of status.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कषत्रिय के युद्ध में भूमिका के धर्म की बात करता है। यदि उन पर लोभ हावी हो जाता है, तो उन्हें दंड का पात्र माना जाता है। इसके अलावा, यह कहता है कि प्रत्येक व्यक्ति, चाहे वह योद्धा वर्ग का हो या नहीं, को अपने धर्म का पालन करना चाहिए, स्थिति की परवाह किए बिना।

Commentary

Context

This excerpt is part of the Udyoga Parva’s deliberations on duty and actions, especially concerning the expectations from warriors versus commoners.

Meaning

This verse underlines the ethical responsibilities that come with one’s role and status in society, emphasizing duty over personal gain.

Application

Each person has a responsibility to act honorably, prioritizing their duty to society over temptations of greed.