Mahabharata Ashramavasika Parva – ऋद्धाभिजन वृद्धानां वेदवेदाङ्गवेदिनाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

ऋद्धाभिजन वृद्धानां वेदवेदाङ्गवेदिनाम
धर्मज्ञानां पुराणानां वदतां विविधाः कथाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The old and noble ones, knowing the Vedas, narrate the diverse stories of dharma and ancient scriptures.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes that the elderly, who are rich in wisdom, share various tales from the Vedas and Puranas, enriching the listeners with teachings on dharma and moral values.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह महत्व दर्शाता है कि वृद्ध, जो ज्ञान से परिपूर्ण हैं, वेदों और पुराणों की कहानियाँ सुनाते हैं, जिससे श्रोताओं को धर्म और नैतिकता पर आधारित शिक्षा मिलती है।

Commentary

Context

In the context of Ashramavasika Parva, this highlights the wealth of knowledge shared by the wise, deemed essential for moral guidance.

Meaning

The stories told by the wise are not merely tales but teachings that instill strong moral fiber and values as defined by dharma.

Application

We learn to value the stories passed down through generations, as they hold significant lessons for current and future conduct.