Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – मासपक्षॊपवासेन मन्यन्ते यत तपॊ जनाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

मासपक्षॊपवासेन मन्यन्ते यत तपॊ जनाः
आत्मतन्त्रॊपघातः स न तपस तत सतां मतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the true nature of penance and its implications.

Translations

English Translation

It specifies that fasting limited to a month or specific days is considered insufficient for true penance, and harming oneself for superficial practices is not valued by virtuous individuals.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह बताता है कि केवल एक महीने या विशिष्ट दिनों का उपवास वास्तविक तप के लिए पर्याप्त नहीं है, और आत्म-हानि के लिए सतही प्रथाएं उचित नहीं मानी जाती हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the need for genuine commitment in spiritual austerities for meaningful results.

Meaning

It serves as a reminder that mere rituals devoid of sincerity do not yield spiritual benefits.

Application

Focus on authenticity in practices can lead to deeper spiritual insights and growth.