Mahabharata Shalya Parva – इत्य उक्तस तर्पयाम आस स पितॄन देवतास तथा

Shloka (श्लोक)

इत्य उक्तस तर्पयाम आस स पितॄन देवतास तथा
आहारम अकरॊन नित्यं पराणान वेदांश च धारयन

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the act of offering sustenance to spirits and deities, an important ritual in honoring ancestors and divine beings.

Translations

English Translation

It narrates how the sage, after being prompted, began the ritual of offering food to his ancestors and deities, ensuring their well-being, while also upholding the wisdom of the Vedas.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि ऋषि ने प्रेरित होने के बाद, अपने पूर्वजों और देवताओं को भोजन का अनुष्ठान शुरू किया, जिससे उनकी भलाई सुनिश्चित की गई, जबकि वेदों की विद्या का पालन किया गया।

Commentary

Context

This occurs in the Shalya Parva, exemplifying the reverence and importance of rituals in maintaining the harmony between the mortal and divine.

Meaning

The act symbolizes gratitude and the responsibility of honoring our ancestors and the divine forces that guide us.

Application

It inspires practices of regular gratitude and remembrance of our roots, fostering respect for tradition and wisdom in our lives.