Mahabharata Vana Parva – शरेष्ठानि यानि दविपदां वरिष्ठ; यज्ञेषु विद्वन्न उपपादयन्ति

Shloka (श्लोक)

[सरस]शरेष्ठानि यानि दविपदां वरिष्ठ; यज्ञेषु विद्वन्न उपपादयन्ति
तैर एवाहं संप्रवृद्धा भवामि; आप्यायिता रूपवती च विप्र

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka refers to the supreme offerings made to the best among two-legged beings within sacred rituals.

Translations

English Translation

The verse elaborates on the superior offerings made by wise individuals in sacred rituals, suggesting that such offerings enrich both them and the practitioners, leading to divine beauty and blessings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन उच्च रूहों के प्रति किए गए अद्भुत बलिदानों का बखान करता है जो पवित्र अनुष्ठानों में सर्वश्रेष्ठ हैं। यह बताता है कि ये बलिदान न केवल प्रस्तुत करता है बल्कि उन्हें भी समृद्ध बनाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is an essential part of the Vana Parva, focusing on the significance of rituals and their impact on society.

Meaning

It highlights how offerings are viewed as a means to elevate spiritual and material existence through divine intervention.

Application

This shloka inspires practitioners to make meaningful offerings, emphasizing their role in spiritual growth and community welfare.