Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – भूमिप्रदानान नृपतिर मुच्यते राजकिल्बिषात

Shloka (श्लोक)

भूमिप्रदानान नृपतिर मुच्यते राजकिल्बिषात
न हि भूमिप्रदानेन दानम अन्यद विशिष्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

A king liberated from sins through the gift of land.

Translations

English Translation

A king who donates land is released from all sins, as no other donation can match the purity and merit of giving land. This act stands supreme among all forms of charity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो राजा भूमि का दान देता है, वह सभी पापों से मुक्त होता है, क्योंकि कोई अन्य दान भूमि देने की पवित्रता और महत्त्व से मेल नहीं खा सकता। यह सभी प्रकार के दानों में सर्वोत्तम मना जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the unmatched virtue of land donations within the narrative of Anushasana Parva, underlining the moral virtues expected from rulers.

Meaning

It highlights the idea that land donation is a powerful act that holds significant moral weight, reflecting the character of a benevolent leader.

Application

Encouraging land donations can be an effective means to improve societal welfare and promote ethical governance.