Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न कुलं वृत्ति हीनस्य परमाणम इति मे मतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न कुलं वृत्ति हीनस्य परमाणम इति मे मतिः
अन्त्येष्व अपि हि जातानां वृत्तम एव विशिष्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

Even among those of low lineage, the quality of one’s conduct is what truly stands out.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes that one’s lineage or family background does not define their worth; instead, it is the conduct and behavior of individuals that truly matter, regardless of their ancestral background.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि किसी का वंश या पारिवारिक पृष्ठभूमि उनके मूल्य को निर्धारित नहीं करता; बल्कि, व्यक्तियों का आचरण और व्यवहार वास्तव में महत्वपूर्ण होता है, चाहे उनकी पूर्वज पृष्ठभूमि कैसी भी हो।

Commentary

Context

This verse is found in the Udyoga Parva, highlighting the significance of character over lineage within personal and social evaluations.

Meaning

It asserts that one’s virtue and actions, rather than family background, define their true worth in society.

Application

This teaching encourages individuals to focus on personal development and virtuous actions, irrespective of their familial heritage.