Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पत्रं पुष्पं फलं तॊयं यॊ मे भक्त्या परयच्छति

Shloka (श्लोक)

पत्रं पुष्पं फलं तॊयं यॊ मे भक्त्या परयच्छति
तद अहं भक्त्युपहृतम अश्नामि परयतात्मनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Whatever a devotee offers me in faith—leaves, flowers, fruit, or water—I graciously accept.

Translations

English Translation

Any offering made to me with heartfelt devotion, whether it be a leaf, flower, fruit, or even water, I graciously accept and appreciate the sentiment behind the gesture.

हिंदी अनुवाद

मेरे प्रति श्रद्धा के साथ जो भी भेंट की जाती है, चाहे वह पत्ता हो, फूल हो, फल हो, या पानी हो, मैं सच्चे मन से उसे स्वीकार करता हूँ।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the importance of devotion over the material value of offerings, underscoring that sincerity holds greater significance.

Meaning

It conveys that even simple offerings made with love and devotion are more cherished than grand offerings devoid of emotion.

Application

Individuals can express their devotion through simple, heartfelt offerings, realizing that true worship lies in the intent behind actions rather than sheer material value.