Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – आघारौ समानॊ वयानश चेति यज्ञविदॊ विदुः

Shloka (श्लोक)

आघारौ समानॊ वयानश चेति यज्ञविदॊ विदुः
पराणापानाव आज्यभागौ तयॊर मध्ये हुताशनः
एतद रूपम उदानस्य परमं बराह्मणा विदुः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the fundamental components of rituals as understood by the wise.

Translations

English Translation

The wise recognize the essence of rituals as relating to the two parts of the life force – inhalation and exhalation, which form the core of all offerings. They understand the great form of the upward moving energy.

हिंदी अनुवाद

गुणीजन यज्ञ के मूल तत्वों को जीवन शक्ति के दो भागों – प्राण और अपान। जो सभी अर्पणों का केंद्र बनाते हैं। वे ऊर्ध्वगामी ऊर्जा के महान रूप को समझते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the Ashvamedhika Parva, focusing on the significance of rituals in the context of cosmic energy.

Meaning

It illustrates how breath and the act of inhalation and exhalation are critical components in understanding spiritual practices and offers.

Application

One can apply this wisdom by recognizing the sacredness of breath and how it relates to personal rituals and meditation practices.