Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तरिभागं बरह्महत्यायाः कन्या पराप्नोति दुष्यती

Shloka (श्लोक)

तरिभागं बरह्महत्यायाः कन्या पराप्नोति दुष्यती
यस तु दूषयिता तस्याः शेषं पराप्नोति किल्बिषम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The daughter born of Brahma-hatya carries significant sin, as does the one who harms her.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka addresses the severe consequences of Brahma-hatya (killing a Brahmin) related to the daughter born from such action, imposing heavy sins upon both her and anyone who wrongs her, thus illustrating the gravity of actions in Hindu ethics.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक ब्रह्म-हत्या के दुष्परिणामों का उल्लेख करता है, विशेषकर उस कन्या पर, जो इस पाप से उपजे प्रभावों को सहन करती है।

Commentary

Context

The discourse in this shloka is centered on the moral implications of violent actions and their ripple effects on subsequent generations.

Meaning

The shloka indicates that sins, especially those of grave nature, have direct consequences not just on the perpe-trator but also on their offspring, reinforcing the cycle of moral accountability.

Application

Individuals are encouraged to act with ethics in mind, recognizing that harmful decisions can affect many beyond the individual.