Mahabharata Shanti Parva – ओषध्यः पशवॊ वृक्षा वीरुदाज्यं पयॊ दधि

Shloka (श्लोक)

ओषध्यः पशवॊ वृक्षा वीरुदाज्यं पयॊ दधि
हविर भूमिर दिशः शरद्धा कालश चैतानि दवादश

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the fundamental elements that contribute to performing a successful yajna.

Translations

English Translation

This verse lists essential components of a yajna: herbs, animals, trees, clarified butter, milk, curd, oblation, earth, directions, faith, and time—a total of twelve items that are crucial for religious rituals.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यज्ञ के लिए आवश्यक सामग्रियों की सूची देता है: औषधियाँ, पशु, वृक्ष, घी, दूध, दही, हवन सामग्री, पृथ्वी, दिशाएँ, श्रद्धा, और काल—कुल बारह वस्तुएँ जो धार्मिक अनुष्ठानों के लिए महत्वपूर्ण हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Shanti Parva, which addresses the importance of various elements during a yajna to ensure its effectiveness.

Meaning

The verse highlights the interconnectedness of nature and faith in the context of performing rituals, underscoring their significance.

Application

Understanding this shloka helps in recognizing the symbiotic relationship between offerings and their spiritual significance during rituals.