Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – यया सर्वम इदं वयाप्तं जगत सथावरजङ्गमम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यया सर्वम इदं वयाप्तं जगत सथावरजङ्गमम
तां धेनुं शिरसा वन्दे भूतभव्यस्य मातरम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse expresses reverence towards cows, considering them the source of all life and sustenance.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka honors the cow as the mother from whom all creations are born, encompassing both movable and immovable beings in the universe. It highlights her essential role in existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक गाय को समस्त जीवों की उत्पत्ति का स्रोत मानता है, जिसमें स्थावर और जंगम दोनों शामिल हैं। यह उनके अस्तित्व में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse belongs to the Anushasana Parva and stresses the cow’s universal importance as the nurturing force for all beings.

Meaning

The systematic reverence for cows is rooted in their role as nurturers, which is paramount to life on Earth.

Application

Recognizing the cow as the mother reflects an ethical approach to life, encouraging care and protection of all living beings.