Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स वने ऽगनीन यथान्यायम आत्मन्य आरॊप्य धर्मवित

Shloka (श्लोक)

स वने ऽगनीन यथान्यायम आत्मन्य आरॊप्य धर्मवित
निर्द्वन्द्वॊ वीतरागात्मा बरह्माश्रमपदे वसेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

The knowledgeable person should perform fire rituals properly without attachment in the forest hermitage.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights that a learned person should correctly perform the fire rituals in a forest hermitage while being free from attachments. Living in accordance with Dharma allows one to cultivate true wisdom devoid of worldly distractions, and fosters a calm, liberated spirit.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि एक विद्वान् व्यक्ति को बिना मोह के वन आश्रम में अग्नि पूजा का आयोजन सही ढंग से करना चाहिए। धर्मानुसार जीने से सच्चे ज्ञान का विकास होता है, जो सांसारिक व्याकुलताओं से मुक्त करता है और एक शांत, मुक्त आत्मा का निर्माण करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse refers to the essential practices of spiritual seekers, emphasizing the importance of performing rituals with the right mindset in the pursuit of tranquility.

Meaning

It suggests that true wisdom stems from detachment and following righteous paths, reinforcing the value of discipline and purity in spiritual practices.

Application

In daily life, individuals should strive to adopt a mindset that is free from attachment while fulfilling their spiritual practices, leading to a more focused and serene existence.