Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – दश पूर्वान दश परांस तथा संतारयन्ति ते

Shloka (श्लोक)

दश पूर्वान दश परांस तथा संतारयन्ति ते
सुवर्णं ये परयच्छन्ति एवं मे पितरॊ ऽबरुवन

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the merit of giving and the cyclic nature of charity.

Translations

English Translation

This verse points out that those who give gold for the sake of others have the merit of aiding ten forebears and ten descendants, reinforcing the idea of charity influencing generations.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर प्रकाश डालता है कि जो लोग दूसरों के लिए सोना देते हैं, उन्हें दस पूर्वजों और दस वंशजों को सहायता करने का merit मिलता है, जो कि दान का पीढ़ी पर पीढ़ी प्रभाव को मजबूत करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is essential in Anushasana Parva, emphasizing the importance of charitable actions on familial lineage.

Meaning

It signifies the responsibility individuals have toward their relatives through acts of giving, thus nourishing the spiritual lineage.

Application

We should view our charitable actions not only as personal acts but as contributions that resonate across our lineage and affect future generations.