Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सर्वमेधाश्वमेधाभ्यां यजस्व कुरुनन्दन

Shloka (श्लोक)

सर्वमेधाश्वमेधाभ्यां यजस्व कुरुनन्दन
ततः पश्चान महाराज गमिष्यसि परां गतिम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Perform sacrifices, O son of the Kurus, and you shall achieve the highest destination.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka advises Yudhishthira to engage in ritual sacrifices, highlighting their importance in spiritual practices and suggesting that such actions will lead one to ultimate spiritual fulfillment or liberation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युधिष्ठिर को यज्ञ करने के लिए प्रेरित करता है, यह दिखाते हुए कि धार्मिक अनुष्ठान में संलग्न होने से आत्मिक पूर्ति या मोक्ष प्राप्त होता है।

Commentary

Context

Situated in the Shanti Parva, this teaching reflects the duty of kings in ancient India to perform sacrificial rituals for the benefit of their kingdom and spiritual ascent.

Meaning

The emphasis is on the transformative power of rituals, promoting the idea that spiritual practices play a crucial role in one’s destiny.

Application

Today, it encourages individuals to engage in meaningful traditions and rituals that promote community well-being and individual purpose.