Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – आपस्तम्बश च मेधावी शङ्खश च लिखितस तथा

Shloka (श्लोक)

आपस्तम्बश च मेधावी शङ्खश च लिखितस तथा
महर्षिर गौतमश चापि तिलदानैर दिवं गताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The wise ones like Apastamba and writers like Shankha, along with Sage Gautama, attained heaven through the act of giving sesame seeds.

Translations

English Translation

This verse describes prominent sages, such as Apastamba and Gautama, who achieved divine realms by performing the meritorious act of donating sesame seeds, emphasizing their spiritual significance.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि अपस्तम्ब, शङ्ख और महर्षि गौतम जैसे ज्ञानी विभूतियाँ तिलदान के माध्यम से स्वर्ग को प्राप्त हुए हैं, जो उनके धार्मिक महत्व को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

Situated within the Anushasana Parva, this verse highlights the lofty status attained by sages through virtuous actions, notably through the practice of giving sesame seeds.

Meaning

It illustrates that acts of charity are capable of elevating one’s spiritual status, as evidenced by revered figures in Hindu tradition.

Application

Encouraging readers to engage in charitable practices, it emphasizes that giving, especially of sesame seeds, can lead to profound spiritual rewards.