Mahabharata Vana Parva – कर्म शूद्रे कृषिर वैश्ये संग्रामः कषत्रिये समृतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कर्म शूद्रे कृषिर वैश्ये संग्रामः कषत्रिये समृतः
बरह्मचर्यं तपॊ मन्त्राः सत्यं च बराह्मणे सदा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka assigns specific occupations and duties to different social classes within the framework of dharma.

Translations

English Translation

This verse outlines that the responsibilities of various social classes are defined so that each fulfills their duties: agriculture for the Shudras, trade for the Vaishyas, warfare for the Kshatriyas, and spiritual practice for the Brahmins.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि विभिन्न जातियों के कर्तव्यों को परिभाषित किया गया है ताकि प्रत्येक अपनी जिम्मेदारियों को पूरा कर सके: शूद्रों के लिए कृषि, वैश्याओं के लिए व्यापार, क्षत्रियों के लिए संग्राम, और ब्राह्मणों के लिए आध्यात्मिक अभ्यास।

Commentary

Context

This shloka shines light on the social structure and the inherent duties according to the principles of dharma.

Meaning

The verse encapsulates the idea that every individual has a role within society that should be respected and fulfilled to maintain harmony.

Application

It encourages individuals to identify and embrace their roles in society to promote collective well-being and order.