Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – नागानां दयिता नित्यं पद्मॊत्पलविमिश्रिताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

नागानां दयिता नित्यं पद्मॊत्पलविमिश्रिताः
तिलान गुड सुसंपन्नान भूतानाम उपहारयेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Offering various foods like til and jaggery to divine beings is encouraged.

Translations

English Translation

This verse illustrates the importance of making offerings of rice, til (sesame) seeds, and jaggery to divine beings. These offerings symbolize abundance and gratitude, highlighting the sustenance that these food items provide to life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक चावल, तिल और गुड़ जैसी खाद्य भेंटों की भूमिका को दर्शाता है। ये भेंटें प्रचुरता और आभार का प्रतीक हैं, जिनसे जीवन को पोषण मिलता है।

Commentary

Context

The context arises from the Anushasana Parva, emphasizing food offerings in rituals to sustain vitality and honor divine aspects.

Meaning

The shloka suggests that offerings infused with goodwill and quality lead to blessings from divine powers, enriching one’s life.

Application

This encourages mindful offerings in daily life, promoting gratitude and respect towards the sources of sustenance.