Mahabharata Shanti Parva – विस्तीर्णैषा कथा राजञ शरुता मे पितृसंनिधौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

[भीस्म]विस्तीर्णैषा कथा राजञ शरुता मे पितृसंनिधौ
सैषा तव हि वक्तव्या कथा सारॊ हि स समृतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the importance of reciting dharma-related stories in the presence of ancestors.

Translations

English Translation

The whole essence of my discourse here, O King, should be presented in the presence of our ancestors, indicating that it has significant value and meaning associated with your lineage and legacy.

हिंदी अनुवाद

हे राजा, यह कथा हमारे पितरों की उपस्थिति में प्रस्तुत की जानी चाहिए, यह दर्शाते हुए कि इसका आपके वंश और विरासत से महत्वपूर्ण संबंध है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is situated in the Shanti Parva, where discussions on righteousness and moral duties take place after the Kurukshetra war.

Meaning

The emphasis here is on the significance of storytelling in preserving dharma and connecting with the spiritual legacy of ancestors.

Application

One can apply this principle by sharing stories that uphold values of righteousness and honor family traditions in gatherings.