Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – हविर यत संस्कृतं मन्त्रैः परॊक्षिताभ्युक्षितं शुचि

Shloka (श्लोक)

हविर यत संस्कृतं मन्त्रैः परॊक्षिताभ्युक्षितं शुचि
वेदॊक्तेन परमाणेन पितॄणां परक्रियासु च
अतो ऽनयथा वृथा मांसम अभक्ष्यं मनुर अब्रवीत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Only that food which is prepared ceremoniously and ritually acknowledged is acceptable; otherwise, consuming flesh is deemed unworthy.

Translations

English Translation

This verse asserts that only those foods prepared with proper rituals and according to Vedic principles are pure and acceptable, suggesting that meat consumption outside these guidelines is futile.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि केवल वे खाद्य पदार्थ जो उचित अनुष्ठान और वेद के सिद्धांतों के अनुसार तैयार किए गए हैं, शुद्ध और स्वीकार्य हैं, यह सुझाव देता है कि इन दिशा-निर्देशों के बाहर मांस का सेवन व्यर्थ है।

Commentary

Context

This verse provides clarity on the importance of ritual purity in food preparation and consumption as discussed in the Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

It emphasizes that the ethical consumption of food is linked to the methods of its preparation, thus requiring mindfulness in what and how we consume.

Application

The verse encourages a thoughtful approach towards dietary habits, advocating for rituals that promote purity and respect for life.