Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तयॊः पुण्यतरं दानं तद दविजस्य परयच्छतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

[विशिष्टस्य विशिष्टाच च तुल्यौ दानप्रतिग्रहौ]तयॊः पुण्यतरं दानं तद दविजस्य परयच्छतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka compares the merits of giving and receiving gifts based on the recipient’s status.

Translations

English Translation

The verse points out that when comparing gifts, the donation given to the learned is considered more virtuous than receiving gifts from them, accentuating respect for knowledge.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि जब उपहारों की तुलना की जाती है, तो विद्वान को दिया गया दान उस से उपहार प्राप्त करने से अधिक पुण्यकारी समझा जाता है, जो ज्ञान के प्रति सम्मान को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in Shanti Parva, contributing to discussions around charity and reciprocity.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of intent and the inner value associated with acts of giving.

Application

By prioritizing donations towards knowledgeable individuals, we can uplift society and highlight the importance of wisdom.