Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – देवानाम अपि यॊ देवॊ मुनीनाम अपि यॊ मुनिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

देवानाम अपि यॊ देवॊ मुनीनाम अपि यॊ मुनिः
यज्ञानाम अपि यॊ यज्ञः शिवानाम अपि यः शिवः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the supremacy of Shiva among gods, sages, and rituals.

Translations

English Translation

Among gods, He (Shiva) is the foremost god; among sages, He is the foremost sage. Among all sacrifices, He is the ultimate sacrifice, and among all auspicious entities, He is the most auspicious.

हिंदी अनुवाद

देवताओं में, वह (शिव) श्रेष्ठ देवता है; ऋषियों में, वह श्रेष्ठ ऋषि है। सभी यज्ञों में वह अंतिम यज्ञ है और सभी शुभ चीजों में, वह सबसे शुभ है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is found in the Anushasana Parva of the Mahabharata, emphasizing Shiva’s divine prominence in Vedic theology.

Meaning

This verse captures the essence of Shiva as the pinnacle of divinity, revered by gods and sages alike for His unparalleled importance in religious practices.

Application

In our lives, we should strive to embody the qualities of Shiva: wisdom, compassion, and a commitment to spiritual growth.