Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कषीरॊदः सागराणां च शैलानां हिमवान गिरिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कषीरॊदः सागराणां च शैलानां हिमवान गिरिः
वर्णानां बराह्मणश चासि विप्राणां दीक्षितॊ दविजः
आदिस तवम असि लॊकानां संहर्ता काल एव च

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates the essence of various elements and beings in the universe.

Translations

English Translation

You are the ocean among oceans, the Himavan among mountains; the Brahmana among varnas, the initiated among twice-born; you are the origin of all worlds and the destroyer of time.

हिंदी अनुवाद

आप महासागरों में सागर, पर्वतों में हिमवान, वर्णों में ब्राह्मण और द्विजों में दीक्षित हैं; आप सब संसारों के आदि और काल के संहर्ता हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the significance of different natural and social entities in the cosmic order.

Meaning

It encapsulates the essence of beginnings and endings in the universe, attributing divine significance to elemental forces.

Application

Reflecting on these roles can inspire respect for the cosmos and acknowledgment of the cycle of life and death.