Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – यज्ञार्थे पशवः सृष्टा इत्य अपि शरूयते शरुतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

यज्ञार्थे पशवः सृष्टा इत्य अपि शरूयते शरुतिः
अतॊ ऽनयथा परवृत्तानां राक्षसॊ विधिर उच्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka refers to animals created for the purpose of sacrifice.

Translations

English Translation

The verse states that animals are created for sacrifices in rituals, according to the scriptures, and deviating from this can lead to improper practices deemed as demonic.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि अनुष्ठानों में बलिदानों के लिए पशुओं की सृष्टि की गई है। शास्त्रों के अनुसार अन्यथा व्यवहार करना राक्षसी कार्य माना जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is from Anushasana Parva, guiding the understanding of animals’ roles in sacrificial rituals.

Meaning

The essence revolves around the divine structure in sacrifice, emphasizing that violating this structure can lead to unethical practices.

Application

This poses a reflection on the ethics of ritual sacrifices, encouraging spirituality rooted in compassion rather than mere traditionalism.