Mahabharata Shanti Parva – बरह्मघॊषैर विरहितः पर्वतॊ ऽयं न शॊभते

Shloka (श्लोक)

बरह्मघॊषैर विरहितः पर्वतॊ ऽयं न शॊभते
रजसा तमसा चैव सॊमः सोपप्लवॊ यथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka compares a mountain devoid of divine resonance to something lacking splendor.

Translations

English Translation

This verse suggests that a mountain, without the celestial sounds of wisdom, feels devoid of beauty, akin to the moon obscured by impurities, showing the significance of spiritual presence for true grandeur.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि एक पर्वत, जिसके पास दिव्य ज्ञान की ध्वनियाँ नहीं होती, वह सुंदरता से रहित प्रतीत होता है, जैसे कि गंदगी से ढका चाँद, जो यह दर्शाता है कि आत्मिक उपस्थिति सच्ची महिमा के लिए महत्वपूर्ण है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is found in the Shanti Parva, teaching the value of spiritual presence in enriching one’s life.

Meaning

The absence of divine qualities renders something incapable of true brilliance, showcasing the necessary role of spirituality.

Application

We must recognize that true beauty and greatness are rooted in inner wisdom and spiritual essence.