Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अश्वमेधॊ महायज्ञः परायश्चित्तम उदाहृतम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अश्वमेधॊ महायज्ञः परायश्चित्तम उदाहृतम
तम आहर महाराज वि पाप्मैवं भविष्यसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

The Ashwamedha Mahayajna is recommended as a means of atonement for the sins, and great king, for you will overcome your sins if enacted.

Translations

English Translation

This verse encourages the performance of the Ashwamedha Yagna as a significant sacrificial rite for atonement. It emphasizes its power and importance in achieving redemption and clearing past sins.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक अश्वमेध यज्ञ के आयोजन को पापों के प्रायश्चित के लिए एक महत्वपूर्ण समारोह के रूप में प्रोत्साहित करता है। यह इसके प्रभाव और महत्व को व्यक्त करता है ताकि भूतपूर्व पापों का प्राशिद्ध किया जा सके।

Commentary

Context

In the Shanti Parva, this shloka discusses significant rituals that can purify an individual of their past misdeeds, illustrating the spiritual journey towards redemption.

Meaning

This highlights the belief in rituals as a transformative process that not only acts as a cleansing mechanism but also reinstates one’s position within society.

Application

Individuals can learn the importance of penance and corrective rituals in spiritual practice, realizing the value of actions that align with moral accountability in their lives.