Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कौस्तुभेन उरःस्थेन मणिनाभि विराजितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

कौस्तुभेन उरःस्थेन मणिनाभि विराजितम
उद्यतेवॊदयं शैलं सूर्येणाप्त किरीटिनम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The gem of Kaustubha radiated from his chest, akin to the rising sun.

Translations

English Translation

Upon his chest rested the magnificent Kaustubha gem, shining like the rising sun upon a mountain, signifying divine glory and auspiciousness in his presence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

उसके सीने पर कौस्तुभ मणि विराजमान था, जो पर्वत पर उगते सूर्य के समान चमक रहा था, उसके साथ दिव्य महिमा और शुभता का प्रतीक बन गया।

Commentary

Context

This shloka speaks of Krishna’s divine qualities and the continued presence of the divine in the material world through symbols.

Meaning

The presence of such a gem signifies the richness of virtue and divine guidance.

Application

Encouraging individuals to cultivate virtues represented by such divine symbols in their lives.