Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – असयॊ ऽतर कपालानि पुरॊडाशाः शिरांसि च

Shloka (श्लोक)

असयॊ ऽतर कपालानि पुरॊडाशाः शिरांसि च
हविस तु रुधिरं कृष्ण अस्मिन यज्ञे भविष्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

The offerings of this sacrifice include blood, which represents the essence of life in both the material and spiritual realms.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka talks about the different offerings in a ritual, including blood, symbolizing sacrifice and the interplay of life’s energies, emphasizing the significance of both life and sacrifice in achieving spiritual objectives.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक अनुष्ठान में विभिन्न बलिदानों के बारे में बताता है, जिसमें रक्त शामिल होता है, जो जीवन की ऊर्जा और बलिदान के खेल का प्रतीक है, जो आध्यात्मिक लक्ष्यों को प्राप्त करने के लिए महत्वपूर्ण है।

Commentary

Context

The shloka highlights how sacrifices are integral parts of spiritual practices in the epic, reflecting the human experience of life and death.

Meaning

The discussion of offerings implies the deeper spiritual connection between sacrifice and the essence of life represented by blood.

Application

Recognizing sacrifices in our lives can deepen our understanding and gratitude for life’s journey and its challenges.