Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – बरह्मसत्यं तपः सत्यं सत्यं चैव परजापतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

बरह्मसत्यं तपः सत्यं सत्यं चैव परजापतिः
सत्याद भूतानि जातानि भूतं सत्यम अयं महत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the supreme nature of truth, stating that all beings arise from truth.

Translations

English Translation

This verse highlights that Brahman is the ultimate truth, and both penance and truth emanate from the supreme being, Prajapati. It asserts that all beings come into existence from truth and that truth itself is the essence of the universe.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर जोर देता है कि ब्रह्म सत्य है, और तप तथा सत्य प्रजापति से उत्पन्न होते हैं। यह कहता है कि सभी प्राणी सत्य से उत्पन्न होते हैं और सत्य ही इस ब्रह्मांड का मूल तत्व है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is from the Ashvamedhika Parva, which deals with the principles underlying various forms of truth and governance in life.

Meaning

It conveys the philosophical idea that truth is the foundation of existence and underscores the importance of aligning life with truth.

Application

In daily life, this shloka encourages individuals to value and pursue truthfulness, leading to overall harmony and understanding.