Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – इज्या यज्ञश्रुतिकृतैर यॊ मार्गैर अबुधॊ जनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

इज्या यज्ञश्रुतिकृतैर यॊ मार्गैर अबुधॊ जनः
हन्याज जन्तुं मांसगृद्ध्री स वै नरकभान नरः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Ignorant people who perform rituals and sacrifices, while desiring flesh, bring harm to living beings and are destined for hell.

Translations

English Translation

This verse explains that individuals who participate in sacrificial rituals and consume flesh without proper understanding ultimately harm living beings and ensure their fate in hell. Such ignorance is condemned as it leads to destruction and suffering.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो लोग अनियंत्रित रूप से यज्ञ करते हैं और मांस का सेवन करते हैं, वे अंततः जीवों को हानि पहुँचाते हैं और नरक के लिए निश्चित होते हैं। इस प्रकार की अज्ञानता निंदा की गई है क्योंकि यह विनाश और दुःख की ओर ले जाती है।

Commentary

Context

In the Anushasana Parva, this shloka discusses the consequences of ignorance in performing sacrificial rituals and consuming flesh.

Meaning

The verse highlights the negative impact of rituals performed without understanding and emphasizes the moral responsibilities associated with such actions.

Application

This teaching inspires us to be aware of our dietary choices and their implications on life, urging us to make ethical and informed decisions.