Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अग्रणीर यः कृतः पूर्वं वर्णावर परिग्रहः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अग्रणीर यः कृतः पूर्वं वर्णावर परिग्रहः
बराह्मणः सर्वविद्यॊ ऽपि राजन नार्हन्ति केतनम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Even learned Brahmanas are unqualified for offerings if they misinterpret their roles.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka remarks that even those Brahmanas who have attained knowledge yet mismanage their duties are not worthy of offerings, indicating the necessity of fulfilling one’s responsibilities properly.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि ज्ञान प्राप्त करने वाले ब्राह्मण भी यदि अपने कर्तव्यों को ठीक से निभाते नहीं हैं, तो वे श्रद्धांजलि के लिए अयोग्य माने जाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

The commentary focuses on the essential duties of spiritual leaders and their worthiness based on adherence to principles.

Meaning

It emphasizes that knowledge without ethical practice is insufficient for spiritual leadership.

Application

This shloka reminds individuals in leadership to uphold their responsibilities and embody their learning.