Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – नाहम आदातुम इच्छामि बरह्म सवं मुनिसत्तमाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

नाहम आदातुम इच्छामि बरह्म सवं मुनिसत्तमाः
इदं हि मे मतं नित्यं भरातॄणां च ममानघाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The speaker expresses a refusal to take anything from Brahmins, asserting their selfless intent.

Translations

English Translation

This verse demonstrates the humility and virtue of the speaker, who declares that they wish not to take from the Brahmins, emphasizing the value of self-restraint and the principle of giving rather than receiving in a society built on righteousness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक भक्त और धर्मात्मा की विनम्रता को दर्शाता है, जो ब्राह्मणों से कुछ न लेने की इच्छा व्यक्त करता है, जो आत्म-नियंत्रण और देने की प्रवृत्ति का मूल मंत्र है।

Commentary

Context

This statement unfolds within a dialogue focusing on the ethics of sacrifice and the responsibilities towards learned individuals.

Meaning

It highlights the nobility of maintaining humility and ethics amidst wealth and power, as well as the need for selfless service.

Application

This encourages individuals to focus on giving without expectation, promoting values of generosity and selflessness in society.