Mahabharata Vana Parva – शूद्रयॊनौ हि जातस्य सवगुणान उपतिष्ठतः
Shloka (श्लोक)
शूद्रयॊनौ हि जातस्य सवगुणान उपतिष्ठतः
वैश्यत्वं भवति बरह्मन कषत्रियत्वं तथैव च
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka explains the attributes associated with different societal classes and their transformations.
Translations
English Translation
The verse addresses how a person born in a Shudra family may exhibit qualities of higher social classes over time. It points to the fluidity of societal roles based on inherent qualities rather than birth.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक बताता है कि एक शूद्र जाति में जन्मा व्यक्ति समय के साथ उच्च सामाजिक वर्गों की गुणों को प्रदर्शित कर सकता है। यह जन्म के बजाय अंतर्निहित गुणों पर आधारित सामाजिक भूमिकाओं की तरलता को दर्शाता है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka illustrates the potential for evolution within individuals regardless of their birth, emphasizing the evaluation of personal virtues over social status.
Meaning
The verse enlightens us that one’s societal role is not fixed by birth but can be shaped by personal qualities and actions.
Application
This understanding encourages social mobility and the belief that one’s potential is not limited by caste or birth, urging individuals to nurture their qualities.
