Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शरेयॊ वै याचतः पार्थ दत्तम आहुर अयाचते

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरेयॊ वै याचतः पार्थ दत्तम आहुर अयाचते
अर्हत तमॊ वै धृतिमान कृपणाद अधृतात्मनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

That which is given by the one who asks is considered superior to what is given without asking; the person with restraint is truly deserving.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka discusses the nobility of giving in response to a request compared to unsolicited generosity, emphasizing the virtue of self-control and placing value on what is earned through desire.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक पूछने के आधार पर दिए गए दान की उत्कृष्टता पर बात करता है, बताते हुए कि स्वेच्छा से दिया गया दान कम महत्व रखता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse sheds light on the nature of giving and moral philosophy, examining how the intent behind generosity impacts its spiritual value.

Meaning

The meaning stresses that the act of giving should be balanced with the motives behind it, reinforcing the principle of mindful generosity.

Application

In life, this encourages us to give wisely and purposefully, respecting both our limitations and the context of our contributions.