Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अहम आसं मनुष्यॊ वै शूद्रॊ बहुधनः पुरा

Shloka (श्लोक)

अहम आसं मनुष्यॊ वै शूद्रॊ बहुधनः पुरा
अब्रह्मण्यॊ नृशंसश च कदर्यॊ वृद्धिजीविनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the speaker’s past identity and conditions.

Translations

English Translation

I was indeed a human, a Shudra, a person of great wealth in the past; however, I was lowly, heartless, and cruel, living off the charity of others.

हिंदी अनुवाद

मैं वास्तव में एक मानव, एक शूद्र, बड़ी दौलत वाला व्यक्ति था; हालाँकि, मैं नीच, निर्दयी और क्रूर था, और दूसरों की भिक्षा पर जीता था।

Commentary

Context

This verse reveals insights into the identities and actions of the speaker, along with a critical introspection of past behaviors.

Meaning

It conveys the transient nature of identity and the moral implications of one’s past status and actions.

Application

Reflecting on past behaviors encourages growth; striving to overcome previous shortcomings can lead to a deeper understanding of compassion and humanity.