Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अद्भ्यॊ ऽगनिर बरह्म तः क्षत्रम अश्मनॊ लॊहम उत्थितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अद्भ्यॊ ऽगनिर बरह्म तः क्षत्रम अश्मनॊ लॊहम उत्थितम
तेषां सर्वत तर गं तेजः सवासु यॊनिषु शाम्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

From water arises fire, and thus is born Kshatriya; iron is derived from stone.

Translations

English Translation

This verse explains the elemental origins of Kshatriyas, comparing their emergence from the primordial elements of nature to the formation of iron from stone. It symbolizes how strength includes profound and elemental connections.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कश्यत्रियों की तत्वात्मक उत्पत्ति को बताता है, जिस तरह अग्नि जल से और लोहा पत्थर से उत्पन्न होता है। यह शक्ति की गहरी और तत्वात्मक संबंधों को चित्रित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is a key teaching on the elemental and divine origins of key roles in society, promoting an understanding of social hierarchy.

Meaning

The verse symbolizes the elemental connections and transformations that occur in the natural world, reflecting the Kshatriya’s vital role.

Application

This serves as a reminder to leaders about their roots and responsibilities emanating from their elemental nature for nurturing society.