Mahabharata Shanti Parva – मुखजा बराह्मणास तात बाहुजाः कषत्रबन्धवः

Shloka (श्लोक)

मुखजा बराह्मणास तात बाहुजाः कषत्रबन्धवः
ऊरुजा धनिनॊ राजन पादजाः परिचारकाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Brahmins are born from the mouth, Kshatriyas from the arms, Vaishyas from the thighs, and Shudras from the feet.

Translations

English Translation

This verse delineates the origins of different castes in terms of the divine body, suggesting that each caste serves a unique purpose and contributes differently to society, reinforcing the importance of social duties.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक विभिन्न जातियों की उत्पत्ति को दिव्य शरीर के संदर्भ में बताता है, यह सुझाव देते हुए कि प्रत्येक जाति का एक विशेष उद्देश्य है और समाज में अलग-अलग योगदान करती है, जो सामाजिक कर्तव्यों के महत्व को सुसंगत करता है।

Commentary

Context

This passage appears in discussions regarding caste systems and the roles of various societal groups within the Shanti Parva, helping to shape moral and ethical conduct.

Meaning

This shloka articulates the interconnectedness of societal roles, emphasizing that all individuals, regardless of caste, play a significant part in the harmony of the community.

Application

It encourages a sense of duty and respect across different social strata, highlighting the essential contributions each role provides toward the societal fabric.