Mahabharata Shanti Parva – शरीरं यज्ञपात्राणि इत्य एषा शरूयते शरुतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरीरं यज्ञपात्राणि इत्य एषा शरूयते शरुतिः
तानि सम्यक परणीतानि बराह्मणानां महात्मनाम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka explains the relationship between the physical body and sacred vessels in Yajna.

Translations

English Translation

The assertion that the physical body serves as the vessel for Yajna reflects the sacred nature of what is offered; these offerings are provided rightly by the great souls among the Brahmins, showcasing the connection between the body and spiritual rituals.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह कहा गया है कि शरीर यज्ञ का पात्र होता है, जो दी गई वस्तुओं की पवित्रता को दर्शाता है; ये अर्पण ब्राह्मणों के महात्माओं द्वारा सही तरीके से दिए जाते हैं, जो शरीर और आध्यात्मिक अनुष्ठानों के बीच के संबंध को उजागर करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in Shanti Parva and discusses the nature of offerings made in the context of Yajna, emphasizing their sanctity.

Meaning

The essential idea is that the human body itself is treated as an offering vessel in spiritual practices and is significant in its use during rituals.

Application

Participants should respect their bodies as sacred vessels and ensure their actions reflect the divinity of the offerings they make in rituals.