Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – नास्ति वेदात परं शास्त्रं नास्ति मातृसमॊ गुरुः

Shloka (श्लोक)

नास्ति वेदात परं शास्त्रं नास्ति मातृसमॊ गुरुः
न धर्मात परमॊ लाभस तपॊ नानशनात परम

⚡ Quick Meaning

There is no scripture greater than the Vedas, nor a teacher equal to one’s mother. There is no gain greater than righteousness and no penance more significant than food.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the paramount importance of the Vedas as the ultimate scripture and highlights the unmatched reverence and importance of a mother as a teacher. It declares that righteousness is the highest gain, and the act of nourishing others is the greatest penance anyone can perform.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक वेदों को सर्वोच्च शास्त्र के रूप में और माँ को एक शिक्षक के रूप में अनुपम बताते हैं। यह धारणा की ओर इशारा करता है कि धर्म सर्वोत्तम लाभ है और दूसरों का पोषण करना सबसे बड़ा तप है जो कोई भी कर सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is from the Anushasana Parva of the Mahabharata, a section that deals with the guidelines of dharma and the importance of education, respect, and duty towards one’s mother and scriptures.

Meaning

The meaning of this shloka underscores the significance of defining one’s moral compass through the teachings of the Vedas while stressing the pivotal role a mother plays in shaping an individual’s character.

Application

This shloka inspires individuals to prioritize their education from scriptures and the wisdom imparted by their mothers, encouraging respect towards elder figures and reinforcing moral and righteous living.