Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – किं भवत्यै परयच्छामि गुर्वर्थं विनियुङ्क्ष्व माम

Shloka (श्लोक)

किं भवत्यै परयच्छामि गुर्वर्थं विनियुङ्क्ष्व माम
परियं हि तव काङ्क्षामि पराणैर अपि धनैर अपि

⚡ Quick Meaning

The speaker asks the guru what he should grant his wife, expressing a desire to fulfill her wishes above his own.

Translations

English Translation

Here, the speaker seeks guidance regarding what gifts or offerings he should provide to the guru’s wife, emphasizing that he wishes to satisfy her desires even more than his own life or riches.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यहाँ, वक्ता गुरु की पत्नी को क्या उपहार देना चाहिए, इस विषय में मार्गदर्शन मांगता है, यह बताता है कि वह उसकी इच्छाओं को अपनी जीवन या धन से भी अधिक महत्वपूर्ण मानता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is indicative of the importance placed on fulfilling desires of respected figures within a hierarchical structure, prevalent in the Ashvamedhika Parva.

Meaning

The underlying message reflects deep respect and care for attachment that goes beyond material wealth, focusing on emotional and spiritual offerings.

Application

This shloka teaches that selflessness and prioritizing the needs and desires of loved ones lead to meaningful and harmonious relationships.