Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यथा नदीनां बहवॊ ऽमबुवेगाः;

Shloka (श्लोक)
यथा नदीनां बहवॊ ऽमबुवेगाः;
समुद्रम एवाभिमुखा दरवन्ति
तथा तवामी नरलॊकवीरा;
विशन्ति वक्त्राण्य अभिविज्वलन्ति
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka compares the might of warriors overwhelming the divine being to rivers rushing into the ocean.
Translations
English Translation
Just as numerous rivers flow irresistibly towards the ocean, so also, O Lord, the warriors of the human world rush towards you, entering your fearful mouths and glowing before you.
हिंदी अनुवाद
जैसे अनेक नदियाँ समुद्र की ओर बेतहाशा बढ़ती हैं, उसी प्रकार, हे भगवान, मनुष्य जाति के योद्धा आपके भीषण मुखों में प्रविष्ट हो रहे हैं और आपके समक्ष प्रज्ज्वलित हो रहे हैं।
Commentary
Context
This imagery draws a powerful metaphor comparing the force of human beings confronting divine might to a natural phenomenon, symbolizing inevitability in spirituality and existence.
Meaning
The idea captures the inevitable journey of beings towards their ultimate source, reflecting the human condition’s quest for purpose.
Application
This encourages individuals to recognize their paths towards greater truths, urging a journey towards self-realization in the face of life’s vastness.
