Mahabharata Shanti Parva – गराम्यारण्या ओषधयः पराणस्यान्नम इति शरुतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

[अजश चाश्वश च मेषश च गौश च पक्षिगणाश च ये]गराम्यारण्या ओषधयः पराणस्यान्नम इति शरुतिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka lists the various offerings in Yajna representing all forms of life.

Translations

English Translation

This verse enumerates the different living beings, such as goats, cattle, birds, and herbs, that are essential components of the offerings, symbolizing the interconnectedness of all forms of life in the act of Yajna.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक विभिन्न जीवों जैसे बकरियाँ, गायें, पक्षी और औषधियों का उल्लेख करता है, जो यज्ञ के अंश होते हैं, और सभी जीवन रूपों की आपसी अंतर्संबंधिता का प्रतीक है।

Commentary

Context

Found within Shanti Parva, this shloka highlights the diverse offerings in rituals that encompass all aspects of creation.

Meaning

It suggests that Yajna is inclusive and acknowledges all forms of life, making every offering significant.

Application

One should appreciate the biodiversity of existence when conducting rituals and understand the reciprocal relationship with nature.