Sanskrit Verse
adharmabhibhavat krishna pradushyanti kula-striyah, strishu dushtasu varsheya jayate varna-sankarah
Translation & Meaning
Arjuna continues: when irreligion prevails, O Krishna, the women of the family become corrupted, and from the corruption of women, O descendant of Vrishni, comes the mixture of castes. He expresses concern about social order, reflecting ancient societal values — though Krishna's response will address the deeper spiritual principles at stake.
Key Teachings
- •Social harmony depends on the ethical conduct of all members of a community
- •The breakdown of righteousness creates cascading social consequences
- •Fear of social chaos, while real, must not override the imperative to uphold justice
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