Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – नित्यम अग्निं परिचरेद भिक्षां दद्याच च नित्यदा

Shloka (श्लोक)

नित्यम अग्निं परिचरेद भिक्षां दद्याच च नित्यदा
वाग्यतॊ दन्तकाष्ठं च नित्यम एव समाचरेत
न चाभ्युदित शायी सयात परायश्चित्ती तथा भवेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes daily rituals involving fire and the importance of cleanliness and community etiquette.

Translations

English Translation

One should perform daily rituals to honor the fire, consistently offer food to others, and maintain cleanliness with personal grooming. Ignoring these responsibilities can lead to negative consequences and societal disapproval.

हिंदी अनुवाद

व्यक्ति को अग्नि का सम्मान करने के लिए दैनिक अनुष्ठानों का पालन करना चाहिए, लगातार दूसरों को भोजन देना चाहिए, और व्यक्तिगत स्वच्छता बनाए रखनी चाहिए। इन जिम्मेदारियों की अनदेखी से नकारात्मक परिणाम और सामाजिक अस्वीकृति हो सकती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka, also from the Anushasana Parva, underscores the significance of daily rituals and community living in spiritual disciplines.

Meaning

It stresses on the holistic approach to life where personal and social responsibilities converge around spirituality and ethics.

Application

In modern life, it serves as a reminder to integrate spiritual practices into daily routines while contributing positively to the community.