Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – विशाखायाम अनड्वाहं धेनुं दत्त्वा च दुग्धदाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

विशाखायाम अनड्वाहं धेनुं दत्त्वा च दुग्धदाम
स परासङ्गं च शकटं स धान्यं वस्त्रसंयुतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the importance of giving in charity.

Translations

English Translation

By offering a cow and milk to the deserving, one also provides food and cloth associated with auspicious things. Such acts of generosity are recognized and rewarded in the spiritual realms.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक गाय और दूध जैसे दान देकर, व्यक्ति अन्य अपेक्षित वस्त्र और खाद्य को दान करता है। ऐसे उदार कार्यों को आध्यात्मिक जगत में पहचाना और पुरस्कृत किया जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Anushasana Parva, emphasizing the significance of charitable acts in spiritual contexts.

Meaning

The essence of this verse teaches the importance of generosity in one’s spiritual practice and how it transcends worldly gains.

Application

Individuals are encouraged to practice charity and generosity as a means to attain spiritual elevation and fulfillment.