Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यदि जप्यफलं दत्तं मया नेसिष्यसे नृप
Shloka (श्लोक)
यदि जप्यफलं दत्तं मया नेसिष्यसे नृप
सवधर्मेभ्यः परिभ्रष्टॊ लॊकान अनुचरिष्यसि
⚡ Quick Meaning
If I give the results of my penance, O King, you should not ignore me.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka conveys the importance of honoring vows and offerings. It indicates that the king should recognize and respect the spiritual merit one earns through penance, and not dismiss those gifts lightly.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक व्रतों और भेंटों का सम्मान करने के महत्व को दर्शाता है। यह दर्शाता है कि राजा को तपस्या से अर्जित आध्यात्मिक merit की पहचान करनी चाहिए और उसे हल्के में नहीं लेना चाहिए।
Commentary
Context
This verse appears in the Shanti Parva, illustrating the relationship between spiritual merit and royal duties. It highlights the obligations of leaders to respect spiritual contributions.
Meaning
It emphasizes mutual respect where the king acknowledges the spiritual efforts of individuals, reinforcing the balance between material and spiritual worlds.
Application
The message is applicable to current societies where leadership is expected to appreciate the contributions of spiritual leaders and practitioners for the holistic development of the community.
