Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – बाढम इत्य एव तं विप्र उवाच भरतर्षभ

Shloka (श्लोक)

बाढम इत्य एव तं विप्र उवाच भरतर्षभ
शुचिर भूत्वा स शूद्रस तु तस्यर्षेः पाद्यम आनयत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes a sage responding to a request with a specific directive.

Translations

English Translation

The sage instructs the shudra to purify himself before bringing forth water for ablution, demonstrating the importance of cleanliness and ritual in spiritual practices.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक ऋषि द्वारा शूद्र से उसे पवित्र होने का आदेश देने का वर्णन करता है, यह दिखाते हुए कि औकात और पूजा में साफ-सफाई और अनुष्ठान का महत्व है।

Commentary

Context

In Anushasana Parva, this verse emphasizes the significance of purity in actions and intentions during rituals.

Meaning

It conveys the message that purity of the body and mind are essential before undertaking sacred duties.

Application

This teaching can be applied today by promoting personal discipline and cleanliness in both thought and action in any endeavor.