Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – यथाप्सु पतितः शक्र तैलबिन्दुर विसर्पति

Shloka (श्लोक)

यथाप्सु पतितः शक्र तैलबिन्दुर विसर्पति
तथा भूमिकृतं दानं सस्ये सस्ये विसर्पति

⚡ Quick Meaning

Just as a drop of oil moves through water, so does the donation of land benefit agricultural wealth.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates that just as a drop of oil smoothly glides through water, similarly, the act of donating land enriches agricultural produce and prosperity in one’s life. The analogy emphasizes the fluid benefits of such charitable actions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह दर्शाता है कि जैसे तेल की एक बूँद पानी में आसानी से निकल जाती है, उसी तरह भूमि का दान कृषि उत्पादन और समृद्धि को बढ़ाता है। यह उपमा उन दान के फल की तरलता को दिखाती है।

Commentary

Context

From the Anushasana Parva, this verse promotes the idea of charity and its direct correlation with agricultural success and societal wealth.

Meaning

The meaning captures the essence of donation as a catalyst for greater abundance, illuminating how such acts can lead directly to increased fertility and prosperity.

Application

This verse inspires us to recognize the transformative power of giving, especially in community development and agricultural enrichment.