Mahabharata Shanti Parva – पालयन्तः परजाश चैव दानम उत्तमम आस्थिताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पालयन्तः परजाश चैव दानम उत्तमम आस्थिताः
इष्टाँल लॊकान अवाप्स्यामॊ बरह्मण्याः सत्यवादिनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The importance of protecting beings and performing the greatest act of charity.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the significance of protecting all living beings and highlights that those who are devoted to charity and truth can attain the highest realms in existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सभी जीवों के संरक्षण का महत्व बताता है और यह रेखांकित करता है कि जो लोग दान और सत्य के प्रति समर्पित होते हैं, वे अस्तित्व में उच्चतम क्षेत्रों को प्राप्त कर सकते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse occurs in the Shanti Parva, wherein Yudhishthira converses about virtues and enactments that lead to spiritual elevation.

Meaning

The verse indicates that true dharma involves not just personal growth, but also the welfare of others through charity and good actions.

Application

Practicing charity towards all creates an ecosystem of trust and safety, essential for societal harmony and personal spiritual advancement.