Mahabharata Vana Parva – एतौ मे परमं बरह्मन पिता माता च दैवतम
Shloka (श्लोक)
एतौ मे परमं बरह्मन पिता माता च दैवतम
एतौ पुष्पैः फलै रत्नैस तॊषयामि सदा दविज
⚡ Quick Meaning
My parents are my ultimate divine beings; I honor them with offerings.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka expresses the deep reverence towards one’s parents as divine figures. The speaker emphasizes their commitment to honoring their parents with gifts and offerings, akin to those made to the highest deities.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक व्यक्ति के माता-पिता के प्रति गहरी श्रद्धा को दर्शाता है, उन्हें दैविक रूप में स्वीकार किया गया है। वक्ता अपने माता-पिता को भेंटों और अर्पणों के माध्यम से सम्मान देने के प्रति अपनी प्रतिबद्धता व्यक्त करता है।
Commentary
Context
This verse teaches the eternal principle of honoring parental figures, emphasizing their exalted status in the spiritual hierarchy.
Meaning
It denotes the belief in offering respect and gifts to one’s parents as a form of worship and connection to the divine.
Application
Practicing this approach can strengthen family bonds and foster a spirit of devotion and gratitude in our everyday lives.
