Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – गावॊ भूतं भविष्यच च गावः पुष्टिः सनातनी

Shloka (श्लोक)

गावॊ भूतं भविष्यच च गावः पुष्टिः सनातनी
गावॊ लक्ष्म्यास तथा मूलं गॊषु दत्तं न नश्यति
अन्नं हि सततं गावॊ देवानां परमं हविः

⚡ Quick Meaning

गायों का पूजन, भविष्य में भी अत्यंत महत्वपूर्ण है।

Translations

English Translation

The worship of cows is eternal; it does not diminish over time. Cows are associated with abundance and prosperity, and the offerings made to them are a supreme gift to the gods, ensuring the sustenance of all beings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

गायों की पूजा शाश्वत है, जो समय के साथ कम नहीं होती। गायें समृद्धि और वैभव से जुड़ी हुई हैं, और उनके प्रति की गई भेंट देवताओं को दी गई सर्वोत्तम भेंट है, जो सभी प्राणियों की भलाई सुनिश्चित करती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the importance of cows in Hindu culture and rituals, asserting their divine significance in the Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

It portrays cows as symbols of prosperity, linking their existence to the well-being of humanity and the fulfillment of divine offerings.

Application

The shloka encourages reverence for cows and highlights their role in agricultural society, promoting their protection and care.