Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – बराह्मणः कषत्रियॊ वैश्यस तरयॊ वर्णा दविजातयः

Shloka (श्लोक)

[भ]बराह्मणः कषत्रियॊ वैश्यस तरयॊ वर्णा दविजातयः
एतेषु विहितॊ धर्मॊ बराह्मणस्य युधिष्ठिर

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the duties assigned to the three primary social classes in Hinduism.

Translations

English Translation

This verse defines the roles and responsibilities of the Brahmins, Kshatriyas, and Vaishyas, establishing a framework for dharma within these categories, especially articulated for the Brahmins as prominent in the societal hierarchy.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक हिन्दू धर्म में तीन मुख्य सामाजिक श्रेणियों – ब्राह्मणों, क्षत्रियों और वैश्याओं के कर्तव्यों पर चर्चा करता है और ब्राह्मणों के लिए धर्म का एक तंत्र स्थापित करता है जो समाज में प्रमुख है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated in a dialogue where Yudhishthira seeks wisdom about the established roles within society.

Meaning

It highlights the significance of adhering to one’s prescribed duties based on one’s social class in the pursuit of righteousness.

Application

This applicability encourages individuals to understand their roles in society, fostering social harmony through duty fulfillment.