Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यज्ञार्थानि हि सृष्टानि यथा वै शरूयते शरुतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

यज्ञार्थानि हि सृष्टानि यथा वै शरूयते शरुतिः
एवं पूर्वे पूर्वतराः परवृत्ताश चैव मानवाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka indicates that all creation is intended for the purpose of performing yajnas.

Translations

English Translation

The verse asserts that everything in existence was created for the sake of conducting yajnas, stressing its importance across generations of humanity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह कहता है कि सृष्टि में सब कुछ यज्ञ करने के उद्देश्य से निर्मित हुआ है, जो मानवता के सभी सदियों में इस कार्य की महत्ता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the Shanti Parva and illustrates the philosophy behind creation related to yajnas.

Meaning

It provides an understanding of how all affairs of life are intricately connected to the performance of sacred rituals.

Application

The reflection on this shloka encourages one to appreciate and engage actively in rituals as part of life’s purpose.