Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अवकीर्णि निमित्तं तु बरह्महत्या वरतं चरेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

अवकीर्णि निमित्तं तु बरह्महत्या वरतं चरेत
खरचर्म वासाः षण मासं तथा मुच्येत किल्बिषात

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka presents the association between specific actions and their resultant redemption from sins.

Translations

English Translation

By conducting a penance for the sin of killing a Brahmin and wearing hide for six months, an individual can be freed from sinful actions. The importance of rituals in spiritual practices is emphasized.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जिसने ब्राह्मण हत्या पर साधना की और छह महीनों तक चमड़े के कपड़े पहने, वह पापों से मुक्त होता है। यह श्लोक आध्यात्मिक प्रथाओं में अनुष्ठानों के महत्व को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse lies within the Shanti Parva, focusing on personal accountability and rituals in spirituality.

Meaning

The essence reveals that practices of penance and atonement can provide pathways to forgiveness for grievous mistakes.

Application

In managing offenses in life, it encourages individuals to engage in awareness and active processes of atonement for personal growth.