Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – न हि पुण्यतमं किं चिद गॊभ्यॊ भरतसत्तम

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हि पुण्यतमं किं चिद गॊभ्यॊ भरतसत्तम
एताः पवित्राः पुण्याश च तरिषु लॊकेष्व अनुत्तमाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka asserts that nothing is more virtuous than cows among all living beings.

Translations

English Translation

It declares that nothing can match the virtue of cows in this world, highlighting their unparalleled status among living creatures for their inherent purity and sacredness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह घोषणा करता है कि इस दुनिया में गायों के पुण्य से बेहतर कुछ नहीं है, जो उनके अंतर्निहित शुद्धता और पवित्रता के लिए उनके अनुपम स्थान को उजागर करती हैं।

Commentary

Context

In Anushasana Parva, this shloka emphasizes the cow’s critical role in promoting virtue within society.

Meaning

The verse insists upon recognizing the cow as an embodiment of purity and ethical living.

Application

Emphasizing respect and care for cows in our lives is a practical application of this teaching.