Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – जलेश्वरस तु हृत्वा ताम अनयत सवपुरं परति

Shloka (श्लोक)

जलेश्वरस तु हृत्वा ताम अनयत सवपुरं परति
परमाद्भुतसंकाशं षट सहस्रशतह्रदम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse describes the magnificent form of the river deity Jaleshvara.

Translations

English Translation

Jaleshvara, having taken away her (the river’s) essence, brought the entire city (of enchanting sights) back to the realm of the extraordinary, one resembling a thousand rivers.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जलेश्वर ने उसकी (नदी की) आत्मा को लेकर उसे अद्भुत नगर में ले आए, जो हजारों नदियों के समान अद्भुत था।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights an event where the river god showcases his power by transforming the city into a captivating realm.

Meaning

It signifies the transformation of the mundane into the divine, reflecting on the deity’s role in creating beauty.

Application

It teaches us to recognize and appreciate the divine in our surroundings, seeing the extraordinary in ordinary life.