Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – अद्भिर गात्रान मलम इव तमॊ ऽगनिप्रभया यथा

Shloka (श्लोक)

अद्भिर गात्रान मलम इव तमॊ ऽगनिप्रभया यथा
दानेन तपसा चैव सर्वपापम अपॊह्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

Just as fire purifies dirt, charity and penance cleanse all sins.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka draws an analogy between the cleansing power of fire and the transformative effects of charity and penance. It suggests that good deeds serve to purify a person’s character and manifest a righteous life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक अग्नि की स्वच्छता की शक्ति और दान एवं तपस्या के परिवर्तक प्रभावों के बीच तुलना करता है। यह सुझाव देता है कि अच्छे कर्म व्यक्ति के चरित्र को पवित्र बनाने में सहायक होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

In the Anushasana Parva, the emphasis is laid on the spiritual practices that mitigate negativity and foster a virtuous life.

Meaning

This highlights the importance of selfless actions in redeeming oneself from past mistakes and purification.

Application

This advocates for a path of altruism and discipline as a means to elevate one’s standing in life and promote personal growth.