Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – इति बरुवन्तीं तां साध्वीं धर्मात्मा स दविजर्षभः

Shloka (श्लोक)

इति बरुवन्तीं तां साध्वीं धर्मात्मा स दविजर्षभः
कषुधा परिगतां जञात्वा सक्तूंस तान नाभ्यनन्दत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka narrates the refusal of the noble brahmin to accept offerings from a hungry woman, showcasing his principles.

Translations

English Translation

The noble brahmin, recognizing the plight of the virtuous woman, refrains from receiving offerings that she struggles to provide, reflecting his profound sense of ethics and respect for her dignity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक धर्मात्मा ब्राह्मण के द्वारा एक भूखी साध्वी से उपहार स्वीकार करने से इनकार करने की कहानी बताता है, जिससे उसकी नैतिकता और उसकी गरिमा का सम्मान दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This episode occurs in the Ashvamedhika Parva, where nobility, dignity, and the ethics of offering are explored deeply.

Meaning

The act of refusal illustrates a principled stand, asserting that true virtue lies in the recognition and preservation of another’s circumstances.

Application

This encourages engagement in actions that uplift rather than deplete others, prioritizing ethical standing in decisions and offerings.