Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – मधु मांसं च ये नित्यं वर्जयन्तीह धार्मिकाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

मधु मांसं च ये नित्यं वर्जयन्तीह धार्मिकाः
जन्मप्रभृति मद्यं च सर्वे ते मुनयः समृताः
विशिष्टतां जञातिषु च लल्भन्ते नात्र संशयः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those who regularly avoid meat are considered virtuous and destined for a higher status.

Translations

English Translation

In this shloka, it is stated that those who continuously abstain from meat and alcohol from birth are recognized as sages and will attain a special status among their kin without doubt.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में कहा गया है कि जो लोग जन्म से ही मांस और मद्य से दूर रहते हैं, वे मुनि के रूप में माने जाते हैं और अपने रिश्तेदारों में विशिष्ट स्थान प्राप्त करते हैं, इसमें कोई संदेह नहीं है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka discusses the benefits of vegetarianism and abstaining from intoxicants in the context of spiritual welfare.

Meaning

The verse emphasizes the noble status accorded to those living a pious lifestyle, avoiding meat and alcohol.

Application

The teaching encourages adherence to a vegetarian diet for the sake of personal and communal virtues, promoting health and harmony.