Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तिष्ठेद युगसहस्रं तु पादेनैकेन यः पुमान

Shloka (श्लोक)

तिष्ठेद युगसहस्रं तु पादेनैकेन यः पुमान
मासम एकं तु गङ्गायां समौ सयातां न वा समौ

⚡ Quick Meaning

A person standing on one foot in Ganga for a thousand years gains equal benefit as one who spends a month in her waters.

Translations

English Translation

One who stands on one foot in the waters of Ganga for a thousand years earns a merit equal to that attained by a person who spends a month in the Ganga, illustrating the profound sacredness of her waters.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति गंगा के जल में एक पैर पर हजार वर्षों तक खड़ा रहता है, उसे उतना ही फल मिलता है जितना एक महीने तक गंगा में रहने वाले व्यक्ति को मिलता है, यह गंगा के जल के दिव्य महत्व को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the unique spiritual blessings derived from being in Ganga, presenting a powerful analogy connecting perseverance, faith, and devotion.

Meaning

The analogy illustrates that even a small but sincere connection with Ganga yields significant rewards over time, making it highly revered in spiritual practices.

Application

This shloka inspires us to value consistent spiritual practice and dedication, reinforcing our relationship with sacred rivers.