Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 189
Shloka (श्लोक)
कालः पचति भूतानि कालः संहरति परजाः
निर्दहन्तं परजाः कालं कालः शमयते पुनः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka reflects on the cyclical nature of time and its role in creation and destruction.
📖 Translations
English Translation
Time envelops beings, bringing them to life and eventually drawing them back; it ignites consciousness and also extinguishes it, cycling through creation and dissolution.
हिंदी अनुवाद
समय प्राणियों को घेर लेता है, उन्हें जीवन में लाता है और फिर वापस खींचता है; यह चेतना को प्रज्वलित करता है और इसे भी बुझा देता है, उत्पत्ति और विनाश के चक्र में चक्कर लगाता है।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
This verse illustrates the ever-revolving cycles of time that dictate the rhythm of life and death.
🧘 Meaning
It encapsulates the duality of existence where time brings both manifestation and retraction, emphasizing its omnipotence.
🌟 Application
This invites reflection on the transient nature of life, encouraging individuals to embrace each moment as a fleeting experience.
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