Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तं वपा धूमगन्धं तु धर्मराजः सहानुजः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तं वपा धूमगन्धं तु धर्मराजः सहानुजः
उपाजिघ्रद यथान्यायं सर्वपाप्मापहं तदा

⚡ Quick Meaning

The king, along with his brother, smelled the incense of the sacrificial offering.

Translations

English Translation

The righteous king, Dharmaraja, along with his brother, inhaled the fragrant smoke emanating from the offerings. This sacred aroma, representing the purity of the rituals, is said to dispel all sins and negativity, reinforcing their commitment to righteousness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

धर्मराज युधिष्ठिर, अपने भाई के साथ, बलिदान के प्रस्तावों से निकलने वाले सुगंधित धुएँ को महसूस करते हैं। यह पवित्र सुगंध, अनुष्ठान की शुद्धता को दर्शाती है, सभी पापों और नकारात्मकता को नष्ट करती है, और उनके धर्म के प्रति प्रतिबद्धता को मजबूत करती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse highlights the sensory experience during the sacrificial rites, emphasizing the symbolic significance of aroma in spiritual practices.

Meaning

The act of smelling the sacred smoke signifies the spiritual connection and purification experienced by the participants, reinforcing their adherence to dharma.

Application

This shloka reminds us of the power of sensory experiences in spiritual practices, encouraging mindfulness in our rituals and daily actions to elevate our consciousness.