Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अहं विष्णुर अहं बरह्मा शक्रॊ ऽथ परभवाप्ययः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अहं विष्णुर अहं बरह्मा शक्रॊ ऽथ परभवाप्ययः
भूतग्रामस्य सर्वस्य सरष्टा संहार एव च

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka identifies the speaker as the creator and destroyer of all beings.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker recognizes himself as Vishnu and Brahma, embodying both creation and destruction within the entirety of existence, highlighting the cyclical nature of the universe.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता अपने आप को विष्णु और ब्रह्मा के रूप में पहचानता है, जिसमें सभी प्राणियों के निर्माण और विनाश का समावेश है, इस प्रकार ब्रह्मांड की चक्रीय प्रकृति को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse forms a foundational perspective on the nature of divinity and cosmic balance within the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It illustrates the dual aspects of divinity as both nurturing and destructive, essential for the cycle of life.

Application

Reflecting on this verse encourages one to embrace the balance of creation and destruction in life, finding peace within the cycles of change.