Mahabharata Vana Parva – किं बराह्मणानां देवत्वं कश च धर्मः सताम इव

Shloka (श्लोक)

[यक्ष]किं बराह्मणानां देवत्वं कश च धर्मः सताम इव
कश चैषां मानुषॊ भावः किम एषाम असताम इव

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the nature of divinity and human qualities among Brahmanas.

Translations

English Translation

The verse inquires into the divinity of the Brahmanas, questioning what true righteousness means for them. It also wonders about the human aspect of Brahmanas, comparing it with the qualities of the non-virtuous.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक ब्राह्मणों की दिव्यता और उनके धार्मिक गुणों के बारे में प्रश्न करता है। यह यह भी पूछता है कि ब्राह्मणों की मानवता का क्या मतलब है, इसे असत लोगों के गुणों के साथ तुलना करके।

Commentary

Context

Set in the Vana Parva, this shloka reflects on the traits associated with Brahmanas and challenges conventional beliefs about divinity and morality.

Meaning

It emphasizes the need to introspect on moral values, questioning if divinity is inherent or cultivated through righteousness.

Application

This message encourages individuals to look beyond superficial qualities, urging them to align their actions with genuine moral integrity.