Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अश्वस्तनॊ ऽथ कापॊतीम आश्रितॊ वृत्तिम आहरेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

अश्वस्तनॊ ऽथ कापॊतीम आश्रितॊ वृत्तिम आहरेत
तेषां परः परॊ जयायान धर्मतॊ लॊकजित्तमः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the importance of certain animals in supporting one’s livelihood as a householder.

Translations

English Translation

In this verse, householders are advised to depend on certain animals, like horses and the Kapotika bird, for their sustenance and profession, highlighting the interconnectedness of life and agriculture with duty.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में, गृहस्थों को सलाह दी गई है कि वे अपनी जीविका के लिए कुछ जानवरों, जैसे घोड़े और कपोतिका पक्षी, पर निर्भर रहें, जिससे जीवन और कृषि के साथ कर्तव्यों का आपसी संबंध स्पष्ट होता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is found in the Shanti Parva, emphasizing the roles of domestic animals in facilitating a household’s economic stability.

Meaning

The teaching underscores the importance of mutual dependence between humans and animals for sustenance and maintaining duties as householders.

Application

It inspires people to recognize the roles of animals in their lives and the necessity of ethical treatment within agricultural and domestic systems.