Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सुरतं ते ऽसतु विप्राग्र्य परीतिर हि परमा मम

Shloka (श्लोक)

सुरतं ते ऽसतु विप्राग्र्य परीतिर हि परमा मम
गृहस्थस्य हि धर्मॊ ऽगर्यः संप्राप्तातिथि पूजनम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse affirms the supreme joy derived from pleasing guests, especially within householder duties.

Translations

English Translation

May your happiness as the foremost Brahmin be supreme; for the householder, honoring guests is the highest duty.

हिंदी अनुवाद

आपकी खुशी, जो कि प्रमुख ब्राह्मण हैं, परम हो; गृहस्थ के लिए अतिथियों का सम्मान करना सबसे प्रमुख धर्म है।

Commentary

Context

This verse highlights the significance of hospitality in the life of a householder.

Meaning

It emphasizes that serving guests is the finest moral obligation for anyone living a household life.

Application

This serves as a call to incorporate hospitality into daily life for nurturing relationships and fulfilling duties.