Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – घृतक्षीरप्रदा गावॊ घृतयॊन्यॊ घृतॊद्भवाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

घृतक्षीरप्रदा गावॊ घृतयॊन्यॊ घृतॊद्भवाः
घृतनद्यॊ घृतावर्तास ता मे सन्तु सदा गृहे

⚡ Quick Meaning

Cows that produce ghee and milk may always reside in my home, symbolizing abundance and prosperity.

Translations

English Translation

This verse denotes a yearning for cows that yield both ghee and milk, which are considered symbols of wealth and nourishment. The request for these cows to inhabit one’s home reflects the desire for prosperity and divine blessings in daily life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन गायों की कामना करता है जो घी और दूध देती हैं, जिन्हें धन और पोषण का प्रतीक माना जाता है। इन गायों की अपने घर में निवास करने की प्रार्थना समृद्धि और दिव्य आशीर्वाद की इच्छा को दर्शाती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is from the Anushasana Parva, celebrating the spiritual and material benefits derived from cow care and dairy production.

Meaning

It signifies the importance of securing resources that foster nourishment and abundance in one’s household.

Application

This continues to inspire a respect for livestock in modern agriculture, reminding current and future generations of the necessity for sustainable practices in nurturing animals.