Mahabharata Vana Parva – शयानम अमितात्मानं पद्मे पद्मनिकेतनम
Shloka (श्लोक)
शयानम अमितात्मानं पद्मे पद्मनिकेतनम
तवम एकः सर्वभूतेशं बरह्माणम उपतिष्ठसि
⚡ Quick Meaning
You alone, in the lotus, are the essence of all beings.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka reveals the supreme consciousness that pervades all life forms, residing within the cosmic lotus. It acknowledges the singular essence of divinity inherent in all beings, emphasizing unity and the oneness of creation.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक उस परम चेतना को प्रकट करता है जो सभी जीवन रूपों में विद्यमान है, जो ब्रह्मांडीय कमल में निवास करती है। यह सभी प्राणियों में दिव्यता के एकमात्र तत्त्व को मान्यता देता है, एकता और सृष्टि की एकता को महत्व देता है।
Commentary
Context
This excerpt from the Vana Parva emphasizes the fundamental connection between the Atman (soul) and the Brahman (universal consciousness) through the metaphor of the lotus.
Meaning
The meaning illustrates the idea that every living being is an expression of the same divine source, fostering love and compassion among all.
Application
This shloka encourages spiritual seekers to see the divine presence within all, nurturing a sense of unity and interconnectedness in their interactions.
