Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अग्निष्टॊमप्रभृतिभिर इष्ट्वा च सवाप्तदक्षिणैः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अग्निष्टॊमप्रभृतिभिर इष्ट्वा च सवाप्तदक्षिणैः
न तत फलम अवाप्नॊति भूमिदानाद यद अश्नुते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights that performing rituals without genuine charity gives no fruits.

Translations

English Translation

One who performs rituals like Agnishtoma and offers sacred gifts will not attain the fruit if he does not genuinely donate to the land.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति अग्निष्टोम जैसे यज्ञ करता है और पूजनीय दान देता है, वह भूमि का सच्चा दान किए बिना फल नहीं प्राप्त करता।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the importance of selfless charity over mere ritualistic practices.

Meaning

It conveys the principle that true merit lies in genuine acts of giving rather than just ceremonial practices.

Application

This is a reminder to focus on the spirit of giving rather than the form, enhancing our intentions in charitable actions.