Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – संयावं कृसरं मांसं शष्कुली पायसं तथा
Shloka (श्लोक)
संयावं कृसरं मांसं शष्कुली पायसं तथा
आत्मार्थं न परकर्तव्यं देवार्थं तु परकल्पयेत
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka outlines the dietary principles pertaining to self-care and offerings to deities.
Translations
English Translation
One is advised to prepare food that is beneficial for oneself and should not give up on particular favorable dishes for self-care, yet one should also offer pleasing food to the divine when worshipping, striking a balance.
हिंदी अनुवाद
व्यक्ति को ऐसे खाद्य पदार्थ बनाने की सलाह दी जाती है जो उसके लिए फायदेमंद हो और आत्म-देखभाल के लिए किसी विशेष फायदेमंद व्यंजन का परित्याग नहीं करना चाहिए, फिर भी पूजा करते समय दिव्य को प्रसन्न करने वाले खाद्य पदार्थों की पेशकश करनी चाहिए, संतुलन बनाए रखते हुए।
Commentary
Context
This verse is from the Anushasana Parva and highlights the importance of dietary sacrifices in rituals and personal health.
Meaning
The shloka urges a thoughtful approach to meal preparation, emphasizing that care for oneself must coexist with the act of offering to the divine.
Application
In contemporary settings, it reminds us to consider our own nutritional needs while also recognizing the significance of offerings in spiritual practices.
