Mahabharata Shanti Parva – शून्यात तच च गृहान मांसं यद अद्यापहृतं तव

Shloka (श्लोक)

शून्यात तच च गृहान मांसं यद अद्यापहृतं तव
नेच्छते दीयमानं च साधु तावद विमृश्यताम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses the sentiment of evaluating the merit of offerings, especially in terms of their perceived value or desirability.

Translations

English Translation

The verse depicts a scene where an individual reflects upon their unwillingness to accept meat that has been unjustly taken, reiterating the idea that one should consider the ethics of what is offered before acceptance.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस स्थिति को दर्शाता है जहाँ व्यक्ति अनैतिक रूप से लिए गए मांस को स्वीकार करने में अनिच्छा व्यक्त करता है, यह बताते हुए कि किसी भी पेशकश को स्वीकार करने से पहले उसकी नैतिकता पर विचार करना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

In the Shanti Parva, this shloka addresses themes of morality and ethics concerning what is deemed acceptable to consume.

Meaning

This verse highlights the importance of discerning the quality and ethical origin of what we accept, which reflects moral integrity.

Application

In daily life, this encourages individuals to evaluate not only what they receive but also the means by which it is obtained, fostering a conscientious approach to consumption.