Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – येन येन च तुष्येत नित्यम एव तवयातिथिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

येन येन च तुष्येत नित्यम एव तवयातिथिः
अप्य आत्मनः परदानेन न ते कार्या विचारणा

⚡ Quick Meaning

A person who satisfies guests will earn blessings and appreciation.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka indicates that a guest who is consistently made happy, even by small acts, is unparalleled. Such hospitality should be regular, as guests are integral to one’s life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो अतिथि को लगातार प्रसन्न करता है, वह अनुपम होता है। ऐसा आतिथ्य नियमित होना चाहिए, क्योंकि अतिथि किसी के जीवन का अभिन्न हिस्सा होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the discourse on hospitality in the Anushasana Parva, focusing on the rightful treatment of guests.

Meaning

The crux of the shloka lies in the idea that pleasing guests fosters goodwill and cultural richness in society.

Application

This passage encourages us to cultivate a habit of making others feel happy and valued, especially guests in our homes.