Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अश्वमेध सहस्रं च सत्यं च तुलया धृतम
Shloka (श्लोक)
अश्वमेध सहस्रं च सत्यं च तुलया धृतम
अश्वमेध सहस्राद धि सत्यम एवातिरिच्यते
⚡ Quick Meaning
One act of truthfulness surpasses even a thousand Ashvamedha sacrifices.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka emphasizes that the value of one truthful act is greater than a thousand Ashvamedha sacrifices. It highlights the profound significance of truth over mere ritualistic practices.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि एक सत्य कार्य, हजार अश्वमेध यज्ञों से भी बड़ा होता है। यह सत्य के महत्व को परंपरागत अनुष्ठानों पर प्राथमिकता देता है।
Commentary
Context
Embedded in the Shanti Parva, this verse compares the immense spiritual worth of truth to significant Vedic rituals, aiming to inspire devotees to value honesty.
Meaning
The message illustrates that truth stands as the ultimate virtue, elevating it above even the most esteemed religious sacrifices, urging adherents to prioritize personal integrity.
Application
This teaching encourages practitioners to seek sincerity in their actions, signaling that genuine efforts rooted in truth yield greater spiritual rewards than mere external rites.
