Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तरीन अश्वमेधान अत्र तवं संप्राप्य बहु दक्षिणान

Shloka (श्लोक)

तरीन अश्वमेधान अत्र तवं संप्राप्य बहु दक्षिणान
जञातिवध्या कृतं पापं परहास्यसि नराधिप

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka indicates that through the Ashwamedha Yagna, the king can negate the sins of his ancestors.

Translations

English Translation

In this place, having received numerous donations through the Ashwamedha sacrifice, you shall cleanse the sins inflicted by your lineage and ascend to a higher moral ground, O king.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस स्थान पर, अश्वमेध यज्ञ के माध्यम से कई दान प्राप्त करके, आप अपने वंश के द्वारा किए गए पापों को मिटा देंगे और एक उच्च नैतिक स्तर पर चढ़ जाएंगे, हे राजा।

Commentary

Context

This shloka conveys the spiritual significance of the Ashwamedha Yagna in overcoming previous familial transgressions.

Meaning

The shloka reinforces the belief that rituals and sacrifices can act as purifiers of past sins, uniting the present and ancestral responsibilities.

Application

This verse encourages individuals to engage in acts that uphold and purify their heritage, ensuring a noble legacy for descendants.