Mahabharata Shanti Parva – पितृयज्ञास तथा कूपाः परपाश च शयनानि च

Shloka (श्लोक)

पितृयज्ञास तथा कूपाः परपाश च शयनानि च
दानानि च यथाकालं दविजेषु दद्युर एव ते

⚡ Quick Meaning

Pitruyajna (sacred offerings to ancestors) and other acts of charity should be performed with timely precision.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka underscores the importance of timely offerings and charitable acts toward one’s ancestors, indicating that such rituals are essential for upholding familial and societal values.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक पूर्वजों को समय पर श्रद्धांजलि और दान करने के महत्व को रेखांकित करता है, यह बताता है कि ऐसे अनुष्ठान पारिवारिक और सामाजिक मूल्यों को बनाए रखने के लिए आवश्यक हैं।

Commentary

Context

Located in the Shanti Parva, this verse addresses the significance of honoring one’s ancestors through well-timed rituals and charitable actions.

Meaning

The focus here is on the obligation to honor the past while also contributing to the present and future through acts of charity.

Application

This verse encourages individuals to practice generosity and fulfill their ancestral duties, maintaining a continuous connection with their lineage.