Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – उभौ हिनस्ति न भुनक्ति चैषा; या चानृचे दक्षिणा दीयते वै

Shloka (श्लोक)

उभौ हिनस्ति न भुनक्ति चैषा; या चानृचे दक्षिणा दीयते वै
आघातनी गर्हितैषा पतन्ती; तेषां परेतान पातयेद देव यानात

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse reflects on the consequences of offerings that lack integrity.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka mentions that an offering made insincerely strikes both the giver and the recipient as harmful. Such offerings ultimately lead to the downfall of souls that are aggressively misled.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में कहा गया है कि असत्य ढंग से दिए गए बलिदान देने वाले और प्राप्त करने वाले दोनों के लिए हानिकारक होते हैं। ऐसे बलिदान अंत में उन आत्माओं का पतन करते हैं जो भ्रामकता में गिर जाती हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse stems from a larger discussion on the types of offerings and their impact in the Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

It elaborates on the theme that insincerity in spiritual offerings can lead to adverse karmic consequences for all involved.

Application

Individuals are encouraged to reflect on the integrity of their offerings and the energy they channel in their spiritual practices.