Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – मातृवत सवसृवच चैव नित्यं दुहितृवच च ये

Shloka (श्लोक)

मातृवत सवसृवच चैव नित्यं दुहितृवच च ये
परदारेषु वर्तन्ते ते नराः सवर्गगामिनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

People who treat others’ wives and daughters as their own mother, sister, or daughter will achieve heaven.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the virtue of treating women in relationships with utmost respect. It elucidates that those who regard the wives and daughters of others with the same reverence as their own family members earn the right to ascend to heavenly places following their earthly existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक महिलाओं के प्रति आदर की आवश्यकता को उजागर करता है। इसके अनुसार, जो लोग दूसरों की पत्नियों और पुत्रियों को अपनी माँ, बहन या पुत्री के समान सम्मान देते हैं, वे अपने earthly जीवन के बाद स्वर्ग जाने के हकदार होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Anushasana Parva, this verse highlights the sanctity of familial relationships and the significance of respect.

Meaning

It encourages a culture of care and respect toward women in society, reinforcing values of guardianship and honor.

Application

This teaching can motivate people to interact with compassion toward all, enhancing social harmony and relationships.