Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – आतिथ्यं परमं कार्यं शुश्रूषा भवतस तथा

Shloka (श्लोक)

आतिथ्यं परमं कार्यं शुश्रूषा भवतस तथा
संवर्तताम इत्य उवाच मुनिर मधुरया गिरा

⚡ Quick Meaning

The sage emphasizes the importance of hospitality and service during gatherings or events.

Translations

English Translation

The sage, speaking with a sweet voice, emphasized that hospitality and service are the highest duties, encouraging the assembled beings to engage positively with one another.

हिंदी अनुवाद

मुनि ने मधुर वाणी से कहा कि अतिथि सत्कार सर्वोच्च कार्य है, और सभी को एक-दूसरे के प्रति सेवा भाव से जुड़ने के लिए प्रेरित किया।

Commentary

Context

This is part of the sage’s instruction to the assembly on how to conduct themselves during auspicious events.

Meaning

It signifies that true greatness lies in serving and honoring others, especially guests.

Application

The lesson encourages practicing hospitality in our lives, fostering goodwill in every interaction.