Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – संकीर्ण यॊनिर विप्रश च संबन्धी पतितश च यः

Shloka (श्लोक)

संकीर्ण यॊनिर विप्रश च संबन्धी पतितश च यः
वर्जनीया बुधैर एते निवापे समुपस्थिते

⚡ Quick Meaning

Individuals with mixed lineage or those who have fallen from grace should be excluded during offerings.

Translations

English Translation

This verse emphasizes the need to exclude individuals with unclear or mixed origins, as well as those who have lost their virtuous standing, from the process of ritual offerings, underlining the significance of accepting only the pure and respectable.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक अनुष्ठानों के दौरान मिश्रित वंश या जो अपने धर्म से पतित हो गये हैं, इन व्यक्तियों को शामिल न करने की महत्ता को दर्शाता है, यह इस तथ्य पर जोर देता है कि केवल शुद्ध और सम्मानजनक व्यक्तियों को ही स्वीकार किया जाए।

Commentary

Context

It appears in the Anushasana Parva, illustrating the criteria for participation in ceremonial offerings within the Vedic framework.

Meaning

This highlights the importance of lineage and moral standing in accepting individuals into the fold of sacred rites.

Application

In modern terms, this suggests that the community partaking in spirituality should reflect purity and integrity, creating a worthy environment for sacred activities.