Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – न हि मांसं तृणात काष्ठाद उपलाद वापि जायते

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हि मांसं तृणात काष्ठाद उपलाद वापि जायते
हत्वा जन्तुं ततॊ मांसं तस्माद दॊषॊ ऽसय भक्षणे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the idea that meat cannot emerge from non-vegetative sources and highlights the wrongness of killing.

Translations

English Translation

The verse emphasizes that meat does not naturally arise from plants or wood. Killing living beings to obtain meat is viewed as fundamentally wrong and sinful.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि मांस प्राकृतिक रूप से पौधों या लकड़ी से उत्पन्न नहीं होता है। जीवों को मारकर मांस प्राप्त करना मूलतः गलत और पापमय है।

Commentary

Context

This teaching reflects on the nature of life and the ethical considerations surrounding food choices prevalent within the Framed discussions of Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

It builds a case against the ethics of meat consumption, urging individuals to recognize the life that exists behind their sustenance choices.

Application

Modern-day applications include adopting vegetarianism as a way to reduce harm and promote compassion towards all living beings.