Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – देवतानां च कॊ देवः पितॄणां च तथापिता

Shloka (श्लोक)

देवतानां च कॊ देवः पितॄणां च तथापिता
तस्मात परतरं यच च तन मे बरूहि पितामह

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka seeks to understand who the supreme deity is among both gods and ancestors.

Translations

English Translation

Among the deities, who is the greatest god, and among ancestors, who is the father? Please enlighten me, grandfather, about this deeper truth.

हिंदी अनुवाद

देवताओं में कौन सर्वोच्च देवता है, और पितरों में कौन पिता है? कृपया मुझे इस गहरी सत्यता के बारे में बताएं, मेरे दादा।

Commentary

Context

This inquiry is presented as a conversation between Bhishma and Yudhishthira, highlighting the quest for divine knowledge.

Meaning

It signifies the importance of recognizing the hierarchy and significance of divine entities in spiritual consciousness.

Application

Reflecting on this shloka encourages individuals to seek deeper understanding in their devotional practices and relationships with deities.