Mahabharata Shanti Parva – उत्सन्नकृषि गॊरक्ष्या निवृत्तविपणापणा

Shloka (श्लोक)

उत्सन्नकृषि गॊरक्ष्या निवृत्तविपणापणा
निवृत्तपूगसमया संप्रनष्ट महॊत्सवा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks of the devastation caused by the abandonment of agricultural practices and protection of livestock.

Translations

English Translation

The decline of agriculture and neglect of cattle protection lead to the disintegration of trade and celebrations, resulting in a prosperous society turning barren.

हिंदी अनुवाद

कृषि के पतन और पशुपालन की अनदेखी व्यापार और त्योहारों के विलुप्त होने की ओर ले जाती है, जिससे समृद्ध समाज बंजर हो जाता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Shanti Parva, this verse captures the interconnectedness of agricultural health and societal well-being.

Meaning

It indicates that neglecting essential life-sustaining practices can lead to overall societal decay.

Application

This inspires a return to sustainable agricultural and preservation practices for community vitality.