Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – तस्य पार्श्वे तव इमे दवीपाश चत्वारः संस्थिताः परभॊ

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्य पार्श्वे तव इमे दवीपाश चत्वारः संस्थिताः परभॊ
भद्राश्वः केतुमालश च जम्बूद्वीपश च भारत
उत्तराश चैव कुरवः कृतपुण्यप्रतिश्रयाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka lists the four great islands surrounding Bharat Varsha.

Translations

English Translation

This verse mentions the four major islands situated around Bharat, namely Bhadrashva, Ketumala, Jambudvipa, and the northern Kurus. It illustrates the divine arrangement of these lands and their significance in the cosmic scheme.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक भारत के चार प्रमुख द्वीपों का उल्लेख करता है, अर्थात् भद्राश्व, केतुमाल, जम्बूद्वीप और उत्तर कुरु। यह इन प्रदेशों की दिव्य व्यवस्था और उनके ब्रह्माण्डीय योजना में महत्व को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Within the Bhishma Parva, this shloka provides context for understanding the geographical layout of sacred places.

Meaning

The enumeration of islands signifies the richness of cultural and spiritual diversity surrounding Bharat Varsha.

Application

This prompts modern seekers to explore the spiritual significance of these lands in their journeys of self-discovery.