Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सुरा पानं सकृत पीत्वा यॊ ऽगनिवर्णां पिबेद दविजः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सुरा पानं सकृत पीत्वा यॊ ऽगनिवर्णां पिबेद दविजः
स पावयत्य अथात्मानम इह लॊके परत्र च

⚡ Quick Meaning

A twice-born person who drinks alcohol just once purifies himself in this life and beyond.

Translations

English Translation

This verse suggests that even a single instance of indulging in alcohol can lead to purification for a twice-born individual, highlighting the understandings of sin and redemption in spiritual texts.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि यदि कोई द्विज व्यक्ति केवल एक बार भी शराब पीता है, तो वह इस जीवन और अगले जीवन दोनों में पवित्र हो जाता है। यह पाप और मुक्ति की अवधारणा को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka belongs to discussions around social responsibilities and the consequences of actions in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It illustrates that mistakes can be overcome, and purity can be reinstated through sincere repentance and right actions.

Application

It serves as a reminder that one should be aware of their actions, and it teaches that even in error, there is a path to redemption and purification.