Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पुण्यान्य अन्यानि कुर्वीत शरद्दधानॊ जितेन्द्रियः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पुण्यान्य अन्यानि कुर्वीत शरद्दधानॊ जितेन्द्रियः
अनाप्त दक्षिणैर यज्ञैर न यजेत कथं चन

⚡ Quick Meaning

One must engage in virtuous acts and self-control to be worthy of performing sacrifices.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka argues for the necessity of cultivating virtues and self-discipline before undertaking any religious sacrifices. It stresses that without genuine merit and the right approach, sacrifices can become meaningless and ineffective in bringing favorable results.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक धार्मिक बलिदानों को करने से पहले सदाचार और आत्म-नियंत्रण विकसित करने की आवश्यकता पर जोर देता है। यह बताता है कि बिना वास्तविक पुण्य और सही दृष्टिकोण के, बलिदान निरर्थक और प्रभावहीन हो सकते हैं, जिससे अनुकूल परिणाम नहीं मिलेंगे।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the context of performing sacrifices and the spiritual qualifications required for such acts within Vedic traditions.

Meaning

It teaches that purity of intention and actions is critical for successfully engaging in spiritual practices and rituals.

Application

Striving for virtue and self-regulation can enhance the sacredness of offerings and foster a more profound spiritual and social impact through rituals.