Mahabharata Virata Parva – यम अग्निर बराह्मणॊ भूत्वा समागच्छन नृणां वरम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यम अग्निर बराह्मणॊ भूत्वा समागच्छन नृणां वरम
दिधक्षुः खाण्डवं दावं दाशार्ह सहितं पुरा

⚡ Quick Meaning

The divine entities assemble, ready to sacrifice, demonstrating their supremacy in the face of challenges.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka portrays the gathering of divine forces, primarily emphasizing the perseverance of the sacrificial fire, symbolizing commitment and strength amidst trials, as they prepare to execute the ancient rite of Khandava.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दैवीय शक्तियों के एकत्र होने का वर्णन करता है, मुख्य रूप से बलिदान अग्नि की निरंतरता पर जोर डालता है, जो चुनौतियों के बीच समर्पण और शक्ति का प्रतीक है, और वे प्राचीन खाण्डव हेतु अनुष्ठान करने के लिए तैयार होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set in the Virata Parva, where the Pandavas are in disguise, and divine forces are acknowledged for their roles in events unfolding during the Khandava Dahana.

Meaning

The imagery of fire as a divine presence symbolizes purity, resilience, and the active role of sacred forces in human affairs, emphasizing protection against adversities.

Application

This shloka encourages individuals to harness divine strength and perseverance through challenges, much like the forces of nature that converge to fuel transformation and progress.