Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – मातरं पितरं चैव शुश्रूषन्ति जितेन्द्रियाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

मातरं पितरं चैव शुश्रूषन्ति जितेन्द्रियाः
भरातॄणां चैव स सनेहास ते नराः सवर्गगामिनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse asserts the importance of caring for one’s parents and emphasizes self-control as a virtue.

Translations

English Translation

Those individuals who serve and care for their mothers and fathers, while also mastering their senses, earn the merit that leads them to heaven, as stated in this shloka, highlighting familial respect.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वे लोग जो अपनी माता-पिता की सेवा और देखभाल करते हैं, साथ ही जो अपनी इंद्रियों पर नियंत्रण रखते हैं, वे स्वर्ग जाने वाले पुण्य अर्जित करते हैं, जैसा कि इस श्लोक में कहा गया है, जो पारिवारिक सम्मान को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the values of duty towards parents and self-restraint as crucial elements of Dharma and family ties.

Meaning

It stresses that fulfilling familial duties and exercising self-discipline leads not just to personal growth but also spiritual elevation.

Application

This inspires adherence to familial duty and personal discipline as foundations for a well-rounded and fulfilling life.