Mahabharata Shanti Parva – स चेन ममार सृञ्जय चतुर्भद्र त तरस तवया

Shloka (श्लोक)

स चेन ममार सृञ्जय चतुर्भद्र त तरस तवया
पुत्रात पुण्यतरश चैव मा पुत्रम अनुतप्यथाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Even if one’s son is low-born, he should not feel ashamed, as he carries virtues.

Translations

English Translation

This verse reinforces that regardless of the birth status, a son who maintains virtues such as righteousness should never evoke shame for his lineage. It emphasizes that character defines a person more than their ancestry.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह स्पष्ट करता है कि जन्म स्थान के बावजूद, एक ऐसा पुत्र जो सद्गुणों को बनाए रखता है, उसके लिए कभी भी अपने कुल के लिए शर्म महसूस नहीं करनी चाहिए। यह इस बात पर जोर देता है कि चरित्र एक व्यक्ति को उसके वंश के बजाय अधिक परिभाषित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This repetition from the Shanti Parva reinforces the previous teachings on understanding the true essence of worth beyond mere lineage.

Meaning

It serves as a reminder that people should be judged by their actions and ethics rather than their roots in society.

Application

Encouraging individuals to focus on virtues can foster a greater moral society, where worth is based on character rather than heritage.