Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – वेद वरती सयाद वृषभ परदाता;
Shloka (श्लोक)
वेद वरती सयाद वृषभ परदाता;
वेदावाप्तिर गॊयुगस्य परदाने
तीर्थावाप्तिर गॊप्रयुक्त परदाने;
पापॊत्सर्गः कपिलायाः परदाने
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka reflects on the immense spiritual benefits gained from donating various forms of wealth.
Translations
English Translation
The shloka describes that giving according to the wisdom of the Vedas and the alignment with proper objectives bestows great spiritual gains and liberates one from sin.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक कहता है कि वेदों के अनुसार और उचित उद्देश्यों के साथ दान देने से महान आध्यात्मिक लाभ होता है और व्यक्ति पाप से मुक्त होता है।
Commentary
Context
Located in the Anushasana Parva, this shloka outlines the effects of donation based on Vedic principles.
Meaning
It stresses that giving aligned with wisdom leads to purity of the soul and mitigates sins.
Application
In practice, an understanding of one’s resources and their proper use can amplify spiritual and social benefits from giving.
