Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – यत ते दातुं गॊसहस्रं शतं वा;

Shloka (श्लोक)

यत ते दातुं गॊसहस्रं शतं वा;
शतार्धं वा दशवा साधु वत्साः
अप्य एकां वा साधवे बराह्मणाय;
सास्यामुष्मिन पुण्यतीर्था नदी वै

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka underscores the value of giving, regardless of the amount, in the right context.

Translations

English Translation

The verse indicates that whether one donates a thousand cows, a hundred, or even just a single cow to a worthy Brahmin, the act of giving itself is what carries the merit.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि चाहे आप हजार गायें, सौ गायें, या सिर्फ एक गाय एक योग्य ब्राह्मण को देते हैं, दान की क्रिया में ही पुण्य का महत्व है।

Commentary

Context

This is also situated in the Anushasana Parva where the significance of various forms of charities are discussed.

Meaning

It emphasizes the idea that the value of a donation is not defined by its scale but by the sincerity behind it.

Application

This teaches us to give selflessly without measuring the worth of what we can offer, as every act of kindness is significant.