Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – बराह्मणा बरह्मणा सृष्टा मुखात कषत्रम अथॊरसः

Shloka (श्लोक)

बराह्मणा बरह्मणा सृष्टा मुखात कषत्रम अथॊरसः
ऊरुभ्याम असृजद वैश्याञ शूद्रान पद्भ्याम इति शरुतिः
तेभ्यॊ वर्णविशेषाश च परतिलॊमानुलॊमजाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

From Brahmana, Kshatriya is born from the mouth, Vaishya from the thighs, while Shudra is born from the feet as per ancient texts.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka discusses the origin of the four varnas (social classes) in Hindu society. According to tradition, Brahmanas emerged from the mouth, Kshatriyas from the arms, Vaishyas from the thighs, and Shudras from the feet, indicating different roles and responsibilities that contribute to societal function.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक हिंदू समाज में चार वर्णों (सामाजिक श्रेणियों) की उत्पत्ति की चर्चा करता है। परंपरा के अनुसार, ब्रह्मण मुख से, क्षत्रिय भुजाओं से, वैश्य जांघों से और शूद्र पैरों से उत्पन्न हुए, जो समाज में विभिन्न भूमिकाओं और जिम्मेदारियों का संकेत देते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is foundational to understanding the varna system, highlighting divine ordination in the roles of different classes in society.

Meaning

The verse signifies the structured approach to social organization, stressing that each group carries unique responsibilities for maintaining balance and order.

Application

It prompts reflection on the nature of social roles today, encouraging us to acknowledge the contribution of all individuals, regardless of their societal position.