Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – बराह्मणाः कषत्रिया वैश्या यस्य शिक्षाम उपासते

Shloka (श्लोक)

बराह्मणाः कषत्रिया वैश्या यस्य शिक्षाम उपासते
धनुर्वेदं चिकीर्षन्तॊ दरॊणपुत्रस्य धीमतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse highlights the respect that different classes accord to the teachings of archers and warriors.

Translations

English Translation

In this shloka, it is mentioned that Brahmins, Kshatriyas, and Vaishyas respect the teachings of those skilled in archery, particularly in the presence of Dronaputra, the wise son of Drona.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में कहा गया है कि ब्राह्मण, क्षत्रिय और वैश्य उस धनुर्विद्या की शिक्षाओं का सम्मान करते हैं, विशेष रूप से द्रोणपुत्र, जो बुद्धिमान हैं, के सामने।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the context of the great Kurukshetra war’s aftermath, reflecting on the roles and teachings of warriors.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka is to acknowledge the importance of archery and warfare skills among different societal classes.

Application

This verse teaches us the value of respecting various fields of knowledge and the teachers who impart them.