Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – एवं सर्वाः सरिच्छ्रेष्ठाः पृष्टाः पुण्यतमाः शिवाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

एवं सर्वाः सरिच्छ्रेष्ठाः पृष्टाः पुण्यतमाः शिवाः
ततॊ देव नदी गङ्गा नियुक्ता परतिपूज्य ताम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka praises the sacredness of the Ganga river and highlights its significance.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka states that all the foremost rivers have been asked about their merit, and among them, the Ganga, being the most sacred, is praised and honored by the gods.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में सभी प्रमुख नदियों से उनके पुण्य के बारे में पूछा गया है, और उनमें से गंगा, जो सबसे पवित्र है, को देवताओं द्वारा प्रशंसा और सम्मान दिया गया है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the Anushasana Parva, focusing on the divine attributes of sacred rivers in Hindu tradition.

Meaning

The Ganga is depicted as an embodiment of purity and divinity, highlighting her revered status among rivers.

Application

This shloka encourages reverence towards rivers and emphasizes the importance of spiritual and physical cleanliness.