Mahabharata Shanti Parva – ऋग्वेदपाठपठितं वरतम एतद धि दुश्चरम

Shloka (श्लोक)
ऋग्वेदपाठपठितं वरतम एतद धि दुश्चरम
सुपर्णाच चाप्य अधिगतॊ धर्म एष सनातनः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This verse emphasizes the enduring nature of Dharma and the difficulties associated with following it.
Translations
English Translation
Learning from the Rig Veda is difficult but ultimately rewarding. This knowledge leads to Dharma, an eternal principle that guides righteous living. One must embrace this challenge to gain insight into the nature of righteousness, which is both profound and lasting.
हिंदी अनुवाद
ऋग्वेद का अध्ययन कठिन है, लेकिन अंततः लाभकारी है। यह ज्ञान धर्म तक ले जाता है, जो एक शाश्वत सिद्धांत है जो धर्मी जीवन का मार्गदर्शन करता है। किसी को इस चुनौती को अपनाना चाहिए ताकि वे धर्म की प्रकृति की गहराई में समाहित हो सकें, जो गहरी और स्थायी है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka is set in the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, which speaks of peace and righteousness.
Meaning
The essence of this shloka revolves around the importance of pursuing Dharma as a way of life, rooted in ancient texts.
Application
In our lives, we should strive to understand and implement the principles of Dharma, even when faced with challenges.
