Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सवेदमूत्र पुरीषाणि शलेष्मा पित्तं सशॊनितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

सवेदमूत्र पुरीषाणि शलेष्मा पित्तं सशॊनितम
तनुः क्षरति सर्वेषां कस्माद वर्णॊ विभज्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the physical attributes that further contribute to caste divisions.

Translations

English Translation

The body excretes sweat, urine, and excrement, and contains bile and blood, prompting the differentiation of the body into various classes. This highlights the practical implications of bodily functions on societal roles.

हिंदी अनुवाद

शरीर से पसीना, मूत्र और मल निकाला जाता है, और इसमें पित्त एवं रक्त होता है, जिससे भिन्न वर्गों में विभाजन को प्रेरित किया जाता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Shanti Parva, this verse encapsulates the biological aspect that can contribute to social classifications.

Meaning

It serves to illustrate how even biological functions can influence societal structures and categorizations.

Application

This shloka can be used to explore the intersection of biology and sociology in understanding identity and classification.