Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – न संनिकृष्टॊ मेधावी नाशुचिर न च सत्सु च

Shloka (श्लोक)

न संनिकृष्टॊ मेधावी नाशुचिर न च सत्सु च
परतिषिद्धान न धर्मेषु भक्षान भुञ्जीत पृष्ठतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

A wise person should not eat food that has not been properly produced or prepared and should also avoid dishonorable food.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka advises one to refrain from consuming food that is either improperly sourced or harmful. It emphasizes that a wise individual must be discerning about the nature of their food and its adherence to dharma, thereby promoting ethical eating practices.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सलाह देता है कि कोई भी व्यक्ति जो बुद्धिमान है, उसे उचित तरीके से उत्पादित या तैयार किए गए भोजन से बचना चाहिए और अपमानजनक भोजन से भी दूर रहना चाहिए। यह इस बात पर जोर देता है कि एक बुद्धिमान व्यक्ति को अपने भोजन के स्वभाव और उसके धर्म के अनुरूप होने के बारे में विवेकपूर्ण होना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

In Anushasana Parva, Bhishma shares various ethical instructions regarding food consumption, aimed at ensuring adherence to dharma.

Meaning

The message promotes ethical and principled attitudes toward food, urging individuals to choose what aligns with their values of wisdom and morality.

Application

This verse encourages readers to reflect on their food choices, ensuring that they align with ethical principles and personal integrity.