Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – गरासाद आच्छादनाच चान्यन न गृह्णीयात कथं चन

Shloka (श्लोक)

गरासाद आच्छादनाच चान्यन न गृह्णीयात कथं चन
यावद आहारयेत तावत परतिगृह्णीत नान्यथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

One should never accept anything beyond the food sufficient for sustenance.

Translations

English Translation

This verse advises against accepting anything extra or unnecessary beyond what is required for one’s diet. It underscores the principle of simplicity, encouraging individuals to be content with what is essential for their nourishment without being greedy or acquiring excess.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सलाह देता है कि किसी भी समय अपनी पोषण के लिए आवश्यक भोजन के अतिरिक्त कुछ नहीं स्वीकार करना चाहिए। यह सादगी के सिद्धांत पर जोर देता है, व्यक्तियों को उनकी पोषण के लिए आवश्यक चीजों पर संतोष करने के लिए प्रेरित करता है, बिना लालच के या अधिशेष प्राप्त करने के लिए।

Commentary

Context

This teaching focuses on moderation in consumption and the ethical implications of receiving excess, situated in the broader philosophical discussions within the Ashvamedhika Parva.

Meaning

The shloka emphasizes virtue through restraint concerning food and possessions, vital for maintaining spiritual integrity.

Application

Today’s lifestyle can often lead to excess; this shloka inspires us to embrace moderation and simplicity in our consumption choices, both in food and life.