Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – स रुद्रः संहरन कृत्स्नं जगत सथावरजङ्गमम

Shloka (श्लोक)

स रुद्रः संहरन कृत्स्नं जगत सथावरजङ्गमम
कालॊ भूत्वा महातेजाः संवर्तक इवानलः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights Lord Rudra’s powerful role in the destruction of the entire universe during the end time.

Translations

English Translation

The verse illustrates how Lord Rudra, embodying the essence of time, absorbs the entire universe—including both stationary and moving beings—into himself, akin to a mighty fire engulfing all during the great dissolution.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि भगवान रुद्र, जो समय का प्रतीक हैं, पूरे संसार को अपने में समाहित कर लेते हैं, जैसे एक महान अग्नि समस्त चीजों को भस्म कर देती है।

Commentary

Context

This reference emphasizes the dramatic and complete nature of dissolution, seen through the lens of ancient cosmology in the Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

It illustrates the inevitability of destruction as part of the cosmic order, balancing the overall understanding of life and death.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder of the transient nature of existence and encourages acceptance of change and impermanence in life.