Mahabharata Shalya Parva – उपाध्यायं पुरस्कृत्य कश्यपं मुनिसत्तमम

Shloka (श्लोक)

उपाध्यायं पुरस्कृत्य कश्यपं मुनिसत्तमम
अजयद वाजपेयेन सॊ ऽशवमेध शतेन च
परददौ दक्षिणार्थं च पृथिवीं वै ससागराम

⚡ Quick Meaning

दक्षिणार्थ से पृथ्वी और सागर का दान किया गया।

Translations

English Translation

In a sacrificial ritual, the revered sage Kashyapa was honored by the king, who gifted both land and sea to the priests, aided by his victorious prowess in the Ashvamedha Yajna with a hundred horses.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक यज्ञ में, राजा ने ऋषि कश्यप को सम्मानित किया और उन्हें सौ घोड़ों के अश्वमेध यज्ञ की शक्ति से पवित्र भूमि और समुद्र का दान दिया।

Commentary

Context

This shloka provides insights into the grandeur of royal sacrifices during the Shalya Parva, emphasizing the importance of honoring sages.

Meaning

The shloka symbolizes the spiritual and material generosity exhibited by royals, especially while conducting solemn rituals.

Application

One can apply this principle of honoring learned individuals and their contributions in modern social practices, fostering respect for wisdom.