Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तस्मिन यज्ञे परवृत्ते तु वाग्मिनॊ हेतुवादिनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

[व]तस्मिन यज्ञे परवृत्ते तु वाग्मिनॊ हेतुवादिनः
हेतुवादान बहून पराहुः परस्परजिगीषवः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects the intense discussions among scholars about the reasons for various actions during the yajna.

Translations

English Translation

While the yajna was being conducted, various eloquent debaters engaged in discussions, each presenting countless arguments, striving to outdo one another in their reasoning and rhetoric.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब यज्ञ किया जा रहा था, तब कई वाक्-पंडित और तर्ककर्ता चर्चा में लगे हुए थे, प्रत्येक ने अपने तर्क प्रस्तुत कर रहे थे, एक-दूसरे से श्रेष्ठता की होड़ में थे।

Commentary

Context

This verse emphasizes the scholarly discourse that accompanies the rituals, highlighting the tradition of debate in ancient Indian culture.

Meaning

The shloka signifies the importance of discourse and reasoning, suggesting that intellect plays a critical role in rituals, enhancing the knowledge behind spiritual practices.

Application

This inspires us to engage in productive discussions that can deepen our understanding and drive personal and communal growth.