Mahabharata Vana Parva – बराह्मणाः शरेणि मुख्याश च तथॊदासीन वृत्तयः

Shloka (श्लोक)

बराह्मणाः शरेणि मुख्याश च तथॊदासीन वृत्तयः
किं मां वक्ष्यन्ति किं चापि परतिवक्ष्यामि तान अहम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects a warrior’s concern about the opinions of the learned and respected Brahmins amidst conflict.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker questions what the Brahmins and wise men will say about their actions and contemplates their response to the fallout from war, revealing a conflict between duty and reputation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

कवि यह सवाल उठाता है कि ब्राह्मण और ज्ञानी लोग उनकी कार्रवाइयों के बारे में क्या कहेंगे। वह युद्ध के परिणामों के प्रति अपने उत्तर पर विचार करता है, जो कर्तव्य और प्रतिष्ठा के बीच संघर्ष को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse comes at a time when the speaker is deeply concerned about their moral standing and the societal perceptions in the wake of conflict.

Meaning

It highlights the tension between personal duty and the expectations of society, emphasizing the need for ethical considerations.

Application

This shloka encourages us to ponder the impact of our actions on our social standing and the importance of integrity.