Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – मा कुलघ्नॊ ऽनतपुरुषॊ दुर्मतिः कापथं गमः

Shloka (श्लोक)

मा कुलघ्नॊ ऽनतपुरुषॊ दुर्मतिः कापथं गमः
पितरं मातरं चैव वृद्धौ शॊकाय मा ददः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka cautions against straying from one’s essence, advocating for the respect of elders.

Translations

English Translation

This verse warns against acting against one’s family and advises respect for parents and the elderly to avoid sorrow.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक परिवार के खिलाफ कार्य करने की चेतावनी देता है और माता-पिता तथा वृद्धों के प्रति सम्मान का पालन करने की सलाह देता है, जिससे दुःख से बचा जा सके।

Commentary

Context

It emphasizes the moral obligations toward family and elders amidst the tumult of ambition.

Meaning

The essential meaning revolves around the need for loyalty to family and respect for one’s origins.

Application

This serves as a reminder to honor familial and cultural roots as a foundation for personal growth.