Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – अपां फेनसवर्णां तु स वत्सां कांस्यदॊहनाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अपां फेनसवर्णां तु स वत्सां कांस्यदॊहनाम
परदाय वस्त्रसंवीतां वारुणं लॊकम अश्नुते

⚡ Quick Meaning

Offering a foam-white cow brings merit in the realm of Varuna.

Translations

English Translation

By giving a foamy white cow that has similar calves, well-nourished and wrapped in fine cloth, one attains great merit in the domain of Varuna, the god of water and cosmic order.

हिंदी अनुवाद

समान वत्स और अच्छी तरह से पचाई गई फेन जैसी सफेद धेनु को दान करने से व्यक्ति वरुण लोक में महान पुण्य प्राप्त करता है, जो जल और ब्रह्मांडीय व्यवस्था का देवता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is cited in the Anushasana Parva, promoting the value of respectful donations and their cosmic significance.

Meaning

Emphasizing the importance of water in sustenance, giving such a cow generates spiritual merit.

Application

Contributing to causes that nurture life and nature can amplify one’s spiritual energy and connection to the universe.