Mahabharata Shanti Parva – स तु धर्मॊ मृगॊ भूत्वा बहुवर्षॊषितॊ वने

Shloka (श्लोक)

स तु धर्मॊ मृगॊ भूत्वा बहुवर्षॊषितॊ वने
तस्य निष्कृतिम आधत्त न हय असौ यज्ञसंविधिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The dharma of the deer, living in the forest for many years, could not be sustained without a proper sacrifice.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka underscores the idea that even the righteous, represented by the deer, cannot thrive in the wilderness without following the principles of sacrifice and ritual. It establishes a link between dharma and sustenance in nature.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस विचार को उजागर करता है कि यहां तक कि धर्मी, जिसे मृग द्वारा दर्शाया गया है, जंगल में लंबे समय तक जीवित नहीं रह सकता जब तक कि वह बलिदान और अनुष्ठान के सिद्धांतों का पालन न करे। यह प्रकृति में धर्म और पोषण के बीच एक कड़ी स्थापित करता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Shanti Parva, this shloka reflects on morality and the relationship between living beings and the universe, emphasizing the need for rituals in sustaining life.

Meaning

The verse illustrates the concept that true righteousness is intertwined with certain practices and sacrifices necessary for life’s continuity, teaching about responsibility.

Application

This can inspire individuals to recognize the importance of rituals and duties in their lives, fostering a sense of interconnectedness with the world.