Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – समानवस्तां शवेतां तु धेनुं दत्त्वा पयस्विनीम

Shloka (श्लोक)

समानवस्तां शवेतां तु धेनुं दत्त्वा पयस्विनीम
सुव्रतां वस्त्रसंवीताम इन्द्रलॊके महीयते

⚡ Quick Meaning

Giving a white cow with equal calves leads to merit in the realm of Indra.

Translations

English Translation

By donating a white cow that has similar calves and is well-nourished, adorned in beautiful garments, one acquires great virtue in the heavenly abode of Indra, known as the king of gods.

हिंदी अनुवाद

समान वत्स और अच्छी तरह से पचाई गई सफेद धेनु को दान करने से व्यक्ति इंद्रलोक में महान पुण्य प्राप्त करता है, जिसे देवताओं का राजा माना जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Anushasana Parva of the Mahabharata, focusing on the auspicious act of giving.

Meaning

The significance of offering a specifically colored cow denotes purity and heavenly blessings in ancient texts.

Application

Acts of charity, especially of pure and valuable animals, create a pathway to divine favor and blessings.