Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – असुराश चैव देवाश च दक्षस्यासन परजापतेः

Shloka (श्लोक)

[व]असुराश चैव देवाश च दक्षस्यासन परजापतेः
अपत्यं बहुलं तात ते ऽसपर्धन्त परस्परम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse discusses the rivalry and competition among the gods and demons regarding procreation.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka highlights the competition and contention between gods and demons for progeny, symbolizing the perpetual conflict in nature and the universal balance of creation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक देवताओं और असुरों के बीच संतति के लिए प्रतिस्पर्धा और विवाद को उजागर करता है, जो प्रकृति में सतत संघर्ष और सृजन के सार्वभौम संतुलन का प्रतीक है।

Commentary

Context

From the Ashvamedhika Parva, this shloka addresses the eternal conflict that arises in the quest for creation and sustenance.

Meaning

It emphasizes the persistent rivalries that exist in the universe, teaching us about the balance required in creation and continuity.

Application

This hints at the ongoing struggle for resources in life, suggesting that healthy competition can lead to growth and evolution.