Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – ते देशास ते जनपदास ते ऽऽशरमास ते च पर्वताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

[सिद्ध]ते देशास ते जनपदास ते ऽऽशरमास ते च पर्वताः
येषां भागीरथी गङ्गा मध्येनैति सरिद्वरा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka identifies specific regions, towns, hermitages, and mountains through the lens of the holy river Ganga.

Translations

English Translation

These lands, towns, hermitages, and mountains are those through which the sacred Ganga flows. It signifies the spiritual quintessence that such locations hold in Indian heritage.

हिंदी अनुवाद

ये देश, नगर, आश्रम और पर्वत वही हैं जिनसे पवित्र गंगा बहती है। यह भारतीय संस्कृति में इन स्थानों की आध्यात्मिक महत्वपूर्णता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in Anushasana Parva and highlights the revered status of Ganga in various regions.

Meaning

It emphasizes the link between the river and the sacredness of the areas it traverses, enriching their spiritual value.

Application

This highlights the significance of the Ganga as a sacred symbol, urging individuals to recognize the holiness it embodies.