Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दविजाः परतिग्रहे युक्ता दातारॊ राजवंशजाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

दविजाः परतिग्रहे युक्ता दातारॊ राजवंशजाः
यदि धर्मः शरुतॊ विप्र सहैव फलम अस्तु नौ

⚡ Quick Meaning

Let the Brahmins who engage in giving represent the righteous paths of the royal lineage, and may they receive the fruits of their dharma.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the connection between the duties of the Brahmins and the royal lineage, suggesting that the act of giving should embody a commitment to dharma and be rewarded correspondingly.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक ब्रह्मणों की दान देने की प्रथा और शाही वंश की नैतिकता के बीच के संबंध को उजागर करता है, यह मानते हुए कि दान धर्म का पालन करते हुए किया जाना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This verse signifies the importance of adhering to dharma in the royal context and its impact on society through the actions of Brahmins and rulers.

Meaning

The essence is a call to uphold virtue in giving and reaping the benefits that arise from doing so, set against a backdrop of royal responsibility.

Application

Readers are inspired to practice virtues in their acts of charity, aligning their actions with righteousness and justice.