Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सॊमः परजापतिः पूर्वं कुरूणां वंशवर्धनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सॊमः परजापतिः पूर्वं कुरूणां वंशवर्धनः
सॊमाद बभूव षष्ठॊ वै ययातिर नहुषात्मजः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks of Som, the progenitor of the Kuru dynasty, and highlights the birth of Yayati, the son of Nahusha.

Translations

English Translation

This verse discusses the lineage of the Kurus, stating that Som, who is also known as Prajapati, was the sixth in line and the progenitor of Yayati, born from Nahusha. Yayati’s significance in the Kuru dynasty is emphasized.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कुरु वंश की वंशावली का वर्णन करता है, जिसमें सोम, जो प्रजापति भी हैं, की बात की गई है, जो नहुष से जन्मे ययाति के पिता हैं। ययाति का कुरु वंश में महत्व को रेखांकित किया गया है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is set in the Udyoga Parva of the Mahabharata, detailing the lineage of royal figures pivotal to the epic’s narrative.

Meaning

The shloka highlights the importance of lineage in ancient India, focusing on how divine and royal connections shape destiny and power dynamics.

Application

This understanding of lineage reflects in modern society, underscoring how family heritage can influence social status and personal identity.