Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – हिमवत्पृष्ठजः कश चिच छल्मलिः परिवारवान

Shloka (श्लोक)

हिमवत्पृष्ठजः कश चिच छल्मलिः परिवारवान
बृहन मूलॊ बृहच छाखः स तवां वायॊ ऽवमन्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

The wind dismisses the majestic Shalmali tree seated on the Himalayas.

Translations

English Translation

The verse describes a Shalmali tree that is said to have its roots in the Himalayas. It speaks of a mighty tree and its expansive branches, indicating its grandeur and significance in the natural world, though dismissed by the wind.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक शल्मली वृक्ष का वर्णन करता है, जो हिमालय में रुका हुआ है। यह एक शक्तिशाली वृक्ष और इसकी विस्तृत शाखाओं का उल्लेख करता है, जो इसके महत्व और भव्यता को दर्शाता है, हालाँकि इसे वायु द्वारा नजरअंदाज किया गया है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of a conversation about nature and its elements, emphasizing the Shalmali tree’s importance among others in the sacred texts.

Meaning

The dismissal by the wind suggests that even the greatest aspects of nature can be overlooked, reminding us of the transience of recognition despite inherent greatness.

Application

This shloka teaches us to appreciate the grandeur of nature without waiting for external validation, reminding us to value all life and existence.