Mahabharata Shanti Parva – धर्म इत्य एव ये यज्ञान वितन्वन्ति निराशिषः

Shloka (श्लोक)

धर्म इत्य एव ये यज्ञान वितन्वन्ति निराशिषः
उत्पन्न तयागिनॊ ऽलुब्धाः कृपासूयाव इवार्जिताः
धनानाम एष वै पन्थास तीर्थेषु परतिपादनम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka elaborates on how those who perform sacrifices without desire achieve true righteousness.

Translations

English Translation

This verse conveys that those who perform sacrifices, driven purely by duty without desire for reward, are indeed the ones transcending greed and possess the true essence of righteousness, showing their spiritual elevation akin to a pilgrimage.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो लोग बिना पुरस्कार की अपेक्षा के केवल धर्म के लिए यज्ञ करते हैं, वे वास्तव में लोभ से परे होते हैं और उनके पास सही धर्म का वास्तविक सार होता है, जो उन्हें तीर्थ यात्रा के समान आध्यात्मिक ऊँचाई पर ले जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This passage appears in the Shanti Parva and emphasizes the rewards of altruistic acts and spiritual sacrifices that lead to ultimate liberation.

Meaning

The essence is that selfless acts performed with a focus on righteousness create a profound spiritual impact, transcending mundane desires.

Application

This verse motivates individuals to engage in selfless service, realizing that their actions contribute positively to society and their inner growth.