Mahabharata Shanti Parva – बराह्मणेभ्यः परदायाग्रं यः सुहृद्भिः सहाश्नुते

Shloka (श्लोक)

बराह्मणेभ्यः परदायाग्रं यः सुहृद्भिः सहाश्नुते
स परेत्य लभते सवर्गम इह चानन्त्यम अश्नुते

⚡ Quick Meaning

One who generously shares with the learned earns eternal rewards.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights the significance of generosity, especially towards learned individuals. Those who selflessly give to the wise receive profound blessings and attain a higher status in the afterlife while also enjoying enduring happiness in this life, reinforcing the virtue of selfless giving.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक विशेष रूप से ज्ञानी व्यक्तियों के प्रति उदारता के महत्व को उजागर करता है। जो लोग निस्वार्थ भाव से विद्वानों को देते हैं, उन्हें गहन आशीर्वाद मिलते हैं और वे परलोक में उच्च स्थिति प्राप्त करते हैं और इस जीवन में भी दीर्घकालिक सुख का आनंद लेते हैं, जो निस्वार्थ दान के गुण को मजबूत करता है।

Commentary

Context

This powerful message is derived from the Shanti Parva, emphasizing the value that wisdom and generosity hold in society.

Meaning

It suggests that acts of charity towards knowledgeable individuals yield both spiritual and material rewards.

Application

To embody this wisdom, one should seek opportunities to support and uplift the learned in their community.