Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अन्नम एव परशंसन्ति देवाः सर्षिगणाः पुरा

Shloka (श्लोक)

अन्नम एव परशंसन्ति देवाः सर्षिगणाः पुरा
लॊकतन्त्रं हि यज्ञाश च सर्वम अन्ने परतिष्ठितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse proclaims that deities praise food, as it forms the essence of rituals and societal dynamics.

Translations

English Translation

This suggests that the gods have previously extolled the virtues of food, which is fundamental to both sacrificial rituals and the functioning of society.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि पहले देवताओं ने अन्न की महिमा का गुणगान किया है, जो यज्ञों और समाज की कार्यप्रणाली की मूलभूत आवश्यकता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse integrates the themes of nourishment and spirituality, reminding devotees of the sanctity of food in religious observances.

Meaning

It asserts that food is not just physical sustenance but is deeply rooted in both spiritual and communal practices.

Application

This teaches the significance of appreciating food as a sacred offering and its role in maintaining societal balance.