Mahabharata Shanti Parva – आपश चैवान्तरिक्षं च पृथिवी वायुपावकौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

आपश चैवान्तरिक्षं च पृथिवी वायुपावकौ
असिद्धिः परम एतेभ्यॊ भूतेभ्यॊ मुक्तसंशयम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the essential elements of water, space, earth, air, and fire as fundamental components of reality.

Translations

English Translation

This verse articulates the significance of the five elemental forms—water, space, earth, air, and fire—as the fundamental aspects of existence that are unyielding and indestructible. They embody the essence of matter and its functions in the cosmos.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक पानी, आकाश, पृथ्वी, वायु और आग के पांच तत्वों के महत्व को बताता है जो अस्तित्व के मूलभूत पहलू हैं और जो अविचल और अविनाशी हैं। ये पदार्थ की सार्थकता और इसके कार्यों को ब्रह्मांड में दर्शाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Shanti Parva, this shloka underscores the importance of understanding fundamental elements in existence.

Meaning

The essence of this teaching lies in recognizing the components that constitute the physical universe, promoting an understanding of their interconnection.

Application

This serves as an invitation to explore and appreciate the elemental nature of the universe in one’s contemplations and practices.