Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – परहरे कषत्रधर्मस्य यं तवं राम समास्थितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

परहरे कषत्रधर्मस्य यं तवं राम समास्थितः
बराह्मणः कषत्रियत्वं हि याति शस्त्रसमुद्यमात

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the shift in roles between Brahmanas and Kshatriyas during critical times.

Translations

English Translation

When you, O Rama, are devoted to the duty of a Kshatriya, it is indeed by the endeavor of weaponry that a Brahmana takes on the role of a Kshatriya.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब तुम, हे राम, क्षत्रिय धर्म के प्रति समर्पित होते हो, तब वास्तव में शस्त्र के प्रयास से ब्राह्मण क्षत्रिय का रूप धारण करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse reflects the fluidity of roles as circumstances demand change and adaptation in duty.

Meaning

It emphasizes that identity and duty can evolve, particularly in the face of challenges and responsibilities.

Application

This serves as a reminder in life that we may need to embrace different roles to effectively meet our responsibilities.