Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – राजसूयाश्वमेधौ च सर्वमेधं च भारत

Shloka (श्लोक)

राजसूयाश्वमेधौ च सर्वमेधं च भारत
नरमेधं च नृपते तवम आहर युधिष्ठिर

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks about the performance of the Rajasuya and Ashwamedha sacrifices for the king Yudhishthira.

Translations

English Translation

In this verse, the emphasis is on performing the Rajasuya and Ashwamedha sacrifices, alongside all other sacrifices, to honor the king, Yudhishthira. It emphasizes the opulence and grandeur associated with these rituals, aimed at elevating his stature.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में राजा युधिष्ठिर के लिए राजसूय और अश्वमेध यज्ञों के साथ अन्य यज्ञों का आयोजन करने पर जोर दिया गया है। यह अनुष्ठानों से जुड़े वैभव और शोभा पर प्रकाश डालता है, जिसका उद्देश्य उनके स्थान को ऊंचा उठाना है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated in the Ashvamedhika Parva of the Mahabharata, which highlights the importance of royal sacrifices in the Vedic tradition.

Meaning

The shloka indicates the rituals that are essential for a king’s supremacy, depicting the cultural significance of sacrifices in establishing royalty.

Application

In contemporary practice, this showcases how traditions of honoring leadership can inspire current rituals and ceremonies to uphold values in governance.