Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – ये ऽपि संकीर्ण कर्माणॊ राजानॊ रौद्रकर्मिणः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ये ऽपि संकीर्ण कर्माणॊ राजानॊ रौद्रकर्मिणः
तेभ्यः पवित्रम आख्येयं भूमिदानम अनुत्तमम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka praises land donation as the purest act among noble deeds.

Translations

English Translation

This verse declares that even those kings who engage in violent or conflict-driven actions can attain purity through the act of giving land, which is recognized as an unparalleled form of charity, vital for true benevolence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि जो राजा संघर्ष और हिंसा में लिप्त हैं, वे भी भूमि दान के माध्यम से पवित्रता प्राप्त कर सकते हैं, जो एक अनोखी और महान दान है।

Commentary

Context

This teaching is found in Anushasana Parva, where virtues related to charity are discussed in depth.

Meaning

It conveys that the act of giving land is a supreme charitable action, transcending one’s previous negative karma.

Application

Contributing land or resources can lead to both personal transformation and community upliftment.