Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तस्येह यजमानस्य यज्ञे यज्ञे पुरॊहितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्येह यजमानस्य यज्ञे यज्ञे पुरॊहितः
सहस्रं वारणान हैमान दक्षिणाम अत्यकालयत

⚡ Quick Meaning

The priest of the yajna delighted in presenting the sacrifices during the rituals.

Translations

English Translation

In this yajna of the revered host, the priest conducted a series of magnificent rituals, performing sacrifices with a thousand elephants adorned for the occasion, devotedly offering towards the southern direction.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस यजमान के यज्ञ में, पुरोहित ने भव्य रस्मों का संचालन किया, हजारों हाथियों को इस अवसर के लिए सजाया गया, दक्षिण दिशा की ओर भक्ति के साथ बलिदान प्रस्तुत किया।

Commentary

Context

This passage comes from a section that emphasizes the grandeur and importance of ritualistic ceremonies in governance.

Meaning

It signifies the role of priests in performing sacred tasks that reinforce cultural traditions and societal cohesion.

Application

This speaks to the importance of tradition and ritual in uniting people and fostering a shared identity.