Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दरिद्रश चासवर्णश च ममायम इति पार्थिवः

Shloka (श्लोक)

दरिद्रश चासवर्णश च ममायम इति पार्थिवः
न दित्सति सुतां तस्मै तां विप्राय सुदर्शनाम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the dilemma faced by a king regarding his daughter and a poor Brahmin.

Translations

English Translation

The verse conveys the king’s anguish regarding his daughter’s future, noting that he is reluctant to marry her off to a poor Brahmin despite the Brahmin’s fine qualities.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक राजा की चिंता का वर्णन करता है, जो अपनी बेटी के भविष्य के बारे में सोचता है और एक गरीब ब्राह्मण से उसकी शादी में संकोच करता है, जबकि ब्राह्मण के गुण उत्कृष्ट हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse highlights the social pressures and the king’s responsibilities in ensuring a suitable match for his daughter.

Meaning

The shloka illustrates a common societal dilemma regarding wealth and marital choices, questioning the value of riches over character.

Application

This can motivate individuals to look beyond superficial measures of worth, valuing character and virtue over material wealth.