Mahabharata Shanti Parva – शुक्ले देवान पितॄन कृष्णे तर्पयत्य अमृतेन यः

Shloka (श्लोक)

शुक्ले देवान पितॄन कृष्णे तर्पयत्य अमृतेन यः
यश च राजा दविजातीनां तस्मै सॊमात्मने नमः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the significance of rituals and offerings to the deities and ancestors for spiritual growth.

Translations

English Translation

The verse asserts that the one who offers to the deities in purity and ritual while honoring ancestors receives the essence of immortality and aligns with the divine cosmos.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो श्रद्धा से देवताओं और पूर्वजों को तर्पण करता है, उसे अमरता का फल और दिव्य ब्रह्म से संबद्धता मिलती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka from the Shanti Parva addresses the importance of rituals in spiritual practice and their impact on the individual’s spiritual journey.

Meaning

It denotes how purifying rituals and offerings elevate one’s spiritual essence toward immortality and ultimate connection with the divine.

Application

Rituals can deepen one’s relationship with the divine, encouraging mindfulness and appreciation of ancestral wisdom.