Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अम मयं सर्वम एवेदम आपॊ मूर्तिः शरीरिणाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अम मयं सर्वम एवेदम आपॊ मूर्तिः शरीरिणाम
तत्रात्मा मानसॊ बरह्मा सर्वभूतेषु लॊककृत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Everything is Brahman, while the body exists as a form of water.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka conveys that all of existence is a manifestation of the ultimate reality, Brahman, with the physical body being compared to water. It highlights the inherent unity among all beings and the transitory nature of material forms.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि सम्पूर्ण अस्तित्व सर्वोच्च वास्तविकता, ब्रह्म का एक रूप है, जिसमें शारीरिक शरीर को जल के रूप में तुलना की गई है। यह सभी प्राणियों में अंतर्निहित एकता और भौतिक रूपों की अस्थायी प्रकृति को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the ongoing discourse in the Shanti Parva, focusing on the philosophy of unity and the essence of all creatures as part of a larger cosmic reality.

Meaning

Recognizing everything as a manifestation of Brahman fosters a deep sense of interconnectedness. The comparison with water serves as a reminder of the fluid, ever-changing nature of life.

Application

This teaching encourages practitioners to see the divine in all beings and cultivate compassion. Understanding our connection to Brahman leads to a more harmonious and peaceful existence.