Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – उच्चैःश्रवसम अश्वानां विद्धि माम अमृतॊद्भवम

Shloka (श्लोक)

उच्चैःश्रवसम अश्वानां विद्धि माम अमृतॊद्भवम
ऐरावतं गजेन्द्राणां नराणां च नराधिपम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka signifies the celestial horse Uchchaishravas and the divine elephant Airavata, as well as Krishna’s role as the king among men.

Translations

English Translation

Among horses, know me to be Uchchaishravas, born of nectar; among elephants, I am Airavata, and among men, I am their king.

हिंदी अनुवाद

घोड़ों में, मुझे अमृत से उत्पन्न उच्चैःश्रवस जानो; हाथियों में, मैं ऐरावत हूं, और मनुष्यों में, मैं उनका राजा हूं।

Commentary

Context

This verse identifies Krishna’s manifestations of power and grace, occurring during the churning of the ocean.

Meaning

It indicates the divine nature of royalty and strength, manifesting in extraordinary beings, and the essence of leadership.

Application

Recognizing these attributes in ourselves can inspire us to assume responsibility and embody dignity in our lives.