Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 3404
Shloka (श्लोक)
तां शरैर आवृतां दृष्ट्वा नदीं गङ्गां तद अन्तिके
अभवद विस्मितॊ राजा कर्म दृष्ट्वातिमानुषम
⚡ Quick Meaning
Upon seeing the Ganga protected by arrows, the king was astonished, realizing the extraordinary power at play.
📖 Translations
English Translation
Shantanu witnessed the Ganga surrounded by arrows, and this profound sight left him astonished. It highlighted the extraordinary forces operating in the world and sparked a realization of the unseen powers working around him, extending beyond mere human understanding.
हिंदी अनुवाद
शंतनु ने देखा कि गंगा तीरों से घिरी हुई थी, और यह अद्भुत दृश्य उन्हें अचंभित कर दिया। यह अनदेखी शक्तियों को उजागर करता है, जो मानव समझ से परे हैं, और उनके चारों ओर कार्यरत हैं।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
This shloka highlights the king’s reaction to the divine manifestations surrounding the Ganga. His astonishment underscores the novel awareness of higher powers present in the spiritual realm.
🧘 Meaning
It signifies the duality of existence, where marvels coexist with reality. Shantanu’s state of wonder illustrates the transition from ignorance to knowledge regarding the divine.
🌟 Application
Moments of astonishment encourage us to explore beyond the surface of life. Just as Shantanu confronts the unexpected, we too need to embrace curiosity to grasp life’s deeper truths.
