Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सवधर्मं चर धर्मज्ञ यथाशास्त्रं यथाविधि

Shloka (श्लोक)

सवधर्मं चर धर्मज्ञ यथाशास्त्रं यथाविधि
न हि गार्हस्थ्यम उत्सृज्य तवारण्यं विधीयते

⚡ Quick Meaning

One should follow their prescribed duties according to the scriptures, and not abandon household life for the sake of forest living.

Translations

English Translation

This verse emphasizes the importance of adhering to one’s duties as defined by the scriptures. It states that one should not give up the responsibilities of householder life to pursue an ascetic lifestyle, as these duties hold significant importance in life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक धर्म के अनुसार अपने कर्तव्यों का पालन करने के महत्व को बताता है। इसमें कहा गया है कि किसी को वनवास के लिए गृहस्थ जीवन की जिम्मेदारियों को नहीं छोड़ना चाहिए, क्योंकि ये कर्तव्य जीवन में महत्वपूर्ण होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is from the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, where Yudhishthira receives counsel about the importance of dharma and household responsibilities.

Meaning

The message highlights the significance of one’s dharma or duty, suggesting that abandoning it for a life inconsistent with one’s nature is not advised.

Application

One can apply this teaching by fulfilling their responsibilities while remaining rooted in spiritual practices that do not distract from their duties.