Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कांस्यॊपदॊहनां धेनुं रेवत्यां यः परयच्छति

Shloka (श्लोक)

कांस्यॊपदॊहनां धेनुं रेवत्यां यः परयच्छति
सा परेत्य कामान आदाय दातारम उपतिष्ठति

⚡ Quick Meaning

Giving a cow that provides milk is said to yield great results for the donor.

Translations

English Translation

A person who gives away a cow that is capable of producing milk brings great rewards and fulfills his desires, leading to elevated status after death.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति दूध देने वाली गाय का दान करता है, उसे महान फल मिलते हैं और उसकी इच्छाएं पूरी होती हैं, जिससे उसकी मृत्यु के बाद स्तर ऊंचा होता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the significance of cow donation in Vedic traditions as a means for spiritual and material elevation.

Meaning

Giving a cow represents generosity, and it symbolizes purity and wealth in Vedic literature, providing for one’s family in life and beyond.

Application

The act of giving must be undertaken with an understanding of its spiritual significance, enriching the giver’s life and legacy.