Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सॊ ऽभिजात्या च भक्त्या च सख्यस्याचार्यकस्य च

Shloka (श्लोक)

सॊ ऽभिजात्या च भक्त्या च सख्यस्याचार्यकस्य च
सौहृदस्य च वीर्यस्य कुलीनत्वस्य माधव

⚡ Quick Meaning

O Madhava, it is through ancestry, devotion, friendship, and valor that true nobility is defined.

Translations

English Translation

This verse defines true nobility as intertwined with attributes such as lineage, dedication, camaraderie, and courage. It emphasizes the composite nature of a noble person beyond mere birthright.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में सच्ची कुलीनता को वंश, भक्ति, मित्रता और वीरता से परिभाषित किया गया है। यह जन्म से उपजी विशेषता से आगे बढ़कर गुणों पर बल देता है।

Commentary

Context

The context illustrates the attributes that contribute to someone being recognized as noble and their significance in societal dynamics.

Meaning

It implies nobility is curated through one’s actions, relationships, and values rather than merely lineage.

Application

This serves as an encouragement to cultivate noble virtues, highlighting that true worth comes from character and actions rather than ancestry alone.