Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – उत्तिष्ठॊत्तिष्ठ विप्रर्षे गवा करीतॊ ऽसि भार्गव

Shloka (श्लोक)

उत्तिष्ठॊत्तिष्ठ विप्रर्षे गवा करीतॊ ऽसि भार्गव
एतन मूल्यम अहं मन्ये तव धर्मभृतां वर

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka invites the sage to rise and glorifies the importance of cows as symbols of Dharma and virtue.

Translations

English Translation

Arise, O revered sage, for you have acquired a cow. I believe this holds great value as a source of righteousness for the virtuous and noble.

हिंदी अनुवाद

उठिए, हे पूजनीय ऋषि, क्योंकि आपने एक गाय प्राप्त की है। मुझे लगता है कि यह धर्म और गुणों का एक बड़ा स्रोत है।

Commentary

Context

This verse occurs in a context that highlights the reverence associated with cows in ancient texts as symbols of prosperity and dharma.

Meaning

The cow is revered as a giver of nourishment and is symbolic of selflessness, highlighting its role in maintaining social harmony.

Application

This shloka reinforces the idea of valuing ethical sources of sustenance and the importance of compassion towards all beings.