Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – नामभिः कीर्तितैस तस्य केशवस्य महात्मनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

नामभिः कीर्तितैस तस्य केशवस्य महात्मनः
पृष्टवान केशवं राजन फल्गुनः परवीर हा

⚡ Quick Meaning

Arjuna praises the great Keshava, asking Him about His glorious names.

Translations

English Translation

Arjuna, the son of Pritha, asks Lord Keshava about His glorious names, which embody the essence of His divinity and greatness. He seeks to understand how such names described by exalted sages reflect the myriad aspects of the Supreme Being.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अर्जुन, जो प्रथा के पुत्र हैं, भगवान केशव से उनके महिमामय नामों के बारे में पूछते हैं, जो उनकी दिव्यता और महानता का सारांश प्रस्तुत करते हैं। वे समझना चाहते हैं कि कैसे पूर्वपुरुषों द्वारा वर्णित ऐसे नाम परमात्मा के अनगिनत पहलुओं को अभिव्यक्त करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse arises in the context of Arjuna acknowledging the greatness of Keshava and expressing a desire to delve deeper into His divine qualities and attributes.

Meaning

The names mentioned symbolically capture the essence of the Supreme Being, serving as a gateway to understanding His vast and profound nature. Each name reflects different aspects of His glory.

Application

This shloka encourages followers to seek a deeper connection with divinity through the study and meditation on the sacred names, fostering spiritual growth and understanding.