Mahabharata Shanti Parva – शतं तै यस तु काम्बॊजान बराह्मणेभ्यः परयच्छति

Shloka (श्लोक)

शतं तै यस तु काम्बॊजान बराह्मणेभ्यः परयच्छति
नियतेभ्यॊ महीपाल स च पापात परमुच्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

A king who gives a hundred cows to Brahmins is freed from sins beyond measure.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka asserts that a king or ruler who bestows a hundred cows upon Brahmins is released from all wrongdoing. It underscores the significance of sacrificial offerings and their ability to cleanse one from sins.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि जो राजा अपने ब्हरह्मणों को सौ गायें देता है, वह सभी पापों से मुक्त हो जाता है। यह बलिदान और उसके पापों को मिटाने की शक्ति को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Shanti Parva, this verse emphasizes the righteousness of kingship and the value of offerings made to learned men.

Meaning

The message here is clear: offerings made with sincerity result in spiritual merit and purification from sins.

Application

This verse encourages leaders to engage in acts of charity, establishing justice, and harmony within their realm by supporting the spiritual community.