Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तथा बरह्मशिरॊ गत्वा भागीरथ्यां कृतॊदकः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तथा बरह्मशिरॊ गत्वा भागीरथ्यां कृतॊदकः
एकमासं निराहारः सॊमलॊकम अवाप्नुयात

⚡ Quick Meaning

A solitary person residing in the holy rivers can attain heavenly realms through fasting.

Translations

English Translation

A person who travels to Brahma’s abode, residing on the banks of the sacred Bhagirathi river and observing a month-long fast without food will acquire the heavenly pleasures of the Moon.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक व्यक्ति जो ब्रह्म के निवास की यात्रा करता है, पवित्र भागीरथी नदी के किनारे रहकर बिना भोजन किए एक महीने का उपवास करने पर चंद्रमा के आनंद प्राप्त करेगा।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the significance of fasting and spiritual locations in Hindu rituals and practices.

Meaning

Fasting, especially during significant spiritual journeys, is believed to awaken spiritual energies and lead to divine pleasures.

Application

Engaging in fasting as an integral part of pilgrimage can enhance spiritual experiences and foster deeper connections with divine realms.