Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – छत्रं हि भरतश्रेष्ठ यः परदद्याद दविजातये

Shloka (श्लोक)

छत्रं हि भरतश्रेष्ठ यः परदद्याद दविजातये
शुभ्रं शतशलाकं वै स परेत्य सुखम एधते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This states that the one who donates the white umbrella to a Brahmana attains happiness in the afterlife.

Translations

English Translation

According to this verse, offering a white umbrella to a learned Brahmana leads one to happiness in the afterlife, demonstrating the value of acts of kindness towards the learned.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि एक ब्राह्मण को एक शुभ्र छाता दान करने से व्यक्ति को परलोक में सुख मिलता है, यह विद्या और दान के महत्व को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Enumerated in the Anushasana Parva, this passage teaches the rewards of generosity, specifically in the context of supporting knowledgeable individuals.

Meaning

The white umbrella symbolizes purity and peace, encouraging acts of charity that lead to spiritual fulfillment.

Application

This shloka encourages us to perform altruistic deeds, recognizing that our contributions positively impact both our lives and the lives of others.