Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – जम्बूद्वीपॊ हि सकलॊ नानाजनपदायुतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

जम्बूद्वीपॊ हि सकलॊ नानाजनपदायुतः
राजन्न अदृश्यतैकस्थॊ राज्ञस तस्मिन महाक्रतौ

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the abundance of various nations within the continent of Jambudvipa during a grand sacrifice.

Translations

English Translation

In the grand Ashwamedha sacrifice, the entire continent of Jambudvipa, filled with countless nations, became visible to the king, who stood as a singular entity in that majestic ritual.

हिंदी अनुवाद

महाक्रतु अश्वमेध में, जम्बूद्वीप का सम्पूर्ण प्रदेश, अनेक जनपदों से भरा हुआ, राजा के लिए एक अदृश्य रूप में प्रगट हुआ जिसने उस भव्य यज्ञ में एक अद्वितीय रूप से उपस्थित था।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated in the Ashvamedhika Parva, illustrating the elaborate grandeur of the Ashwamedha Yagna performed by Yudhishthira.

Meaning

It conveys the notion of unity amidst diversity, where various kingdoms come together under the auspices of a single ruler during a sacred event.

Application

This shloka inspires leaders to recognize the diverse regions and communities they govern while fostering unity and celebration in cultural practices.