Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तद्वज जातिशतैर जीवः शुध्यते ऽलपेन कर्मणा

Shloka (श्लोक)

तद्वज जातिशतैर जीवः शुध्यते ऽलपेन कर्मणा
यत्नेन महता चैवाप्य एकजातौ विशुध्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys that even a small effort contributes to the purification of countless beings.

Translations

English Translation

This verse illustrates that just as many beings can be purified with minimal effort, significant endeavors facilitate the purification of all those of the same kind.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जैसे थोड़े से प्रयास से अनेक जीवों की शुद्धि हो सकती है, वैसे ही बड़े प्रयास से समान जाति के सभी जीवों की शुद्धि होती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse arises in the Shanti Parva, emphasizing collective purification through individual effort.

Meaning

It points out that individual actions can have a far-reaching impact on the collective good.

Application

This maxim encourages individuals to engage in self-purification as it contributes to the well-being of others and the wider community.