Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – एवम एतन महाराज येन जातः स एव सः

Shloka (श्लोक)
एवम एतन महाराज येन जातः स एव सः
तपसस तव अपकर्षेण जातिग्रहणतां गतः
⚡ Quick Meaning
Thus, O king, the one born has the same characteristics as their origin.
Translations
English Translation
This verse implies that individuals inherit traits from their origins, making them a reflection of their lineage, reinforcing the concepts of dharma and identity in the context of sadhana or spiritual practice.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक इंगित करता है कि व्यक्तियों के चरित्र उनके उत्पत्ति से विरासत में मिलते हैं, जो उन्हें उनके वंश का विस्तार बनाते हैं, धर्म और पहचान के विचारों को ससाधना या आध्यात्मिक अभ्यास के संदर्भ में मजबूत करते हैं।
Commentary
Context
This shloka fits within a discourse on the significance of birth and the attributes inherited from ancestors, emphasizing the concept of lineage in society.
Meaning
This verse underscores that one’s qualities are largely influenced by their ancestry, reinforcing the relationship between one’s birth and their practical spiritual journey.
Application
It reminds practitioners of the importance of their heritage while encouraging them to cultivate personal values that can transcend lineage alone.
