Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – नयायेनावाप्तम अन्नं तु नरॊ लॊभविवर्जितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

नयायेनावाप्तम अन्नं तु नरॊ लॊभविवर्जितः
दविजेभ्यॊ वेद वृद्धेभ्यॊ दत्त्व पापात परमुच्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka teaches that offering food acquired through rightful means, free from greed, helps one become liberated from sin.

Translations

English Translation

The verse conveys that a person who gives food obtained through fair means, without greed, to the learned is freed from sins.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो व्यक्ति लोभ के बिना, न्याय से प्राप्त अन्न को ब्राह्मणों को देता है, वह पापों से मुक्त हो जाता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Anushasana Parva, this shloka speaks about righteousness in gaining wealth and its importance in performing charitable acts.

Meaning

The focus is on the ethical acquisition of resources and the subsequent act of giving as a path to redemption.

Application

This encourages individuals to engage in fair practices in their endeavors and to prioritize altruism as a means of personal growth.