Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – बह्वीनां कीदृशं दानम अल्पानां वापि कीदृशम

Shloka (श्लोक)

बह्वीनां कीदृशं दानम अल्पानां वापि कीदृशम
अदत्त्वा गॊप्रदाः सन्ति केन वा तच च शंस मे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the nature of donations from different beings.

Translations

English Translation

This verse discusses the quality of gifts given by many versus few, questioning who indeed bestows these gifts and what their implications are.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कई लोगों द्वारा दिए गए और कुछ लोगों द्वारा दिए गए दानों की प्रकृति पर विचार करता है, यह प्रश्न उठाते हुए कि वास्तव में ये उपहार किसने दिए हैं और उनके प्रभाव क्या हैं।

Commentary

Context

In the Anushasana Parva, this shloka explores the comparative value of different kinds of gifts.

Meaning

The focus is on understanding the intrinsic value of offerings, irrespective of the giver’s quantity.

Application

This inspires recognition of the selfless nature of giving, emphasizing the thought behind the donation rather than its material weight.