Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – यस तु वर्षशतं पूर्णं तपस तप्येत सुदारुणम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यस तु वर्षशतं पूर्णं तपस तप्येत सुदारुणम
यश चैकं वर्जयेन मांसं समम एतन मतं मम

⚡ Quick Meaning

One who strictly follows the path of penance for a hundred years, shall not lose the merits by abstaining from meat.

Translations

English Translation

This verse emphasizes the importance of sustaining a long-term commitment to penance and how refraining from meat, even for a short duration, does not diminish one’s spiritual gains.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दीर्घकालिक तप और मांस का त्याग करने की महत्ता को दर्शाता है, जो अल्पकालिक त्याग से आध्यात्मिक लाभ को कम नहीं करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Anushasana Parva, where it articulates the virtues of abstaining from meat during penance.

Meaning

It implies that long-term dedication in spiritual practices leads to significant rewards, transcending temporary sacrifices.

Application

Practitioners are encouraged to maintain discipline in their spiritual journeys, reinforcing that consistent effort provides lasting benefits.