Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – ईशानं शंकरं सर्वं शिवं विश्वेश्वरं भवम

Shloka (श्लोक)

ईशानं शंकरं सर्वं शिवं विश्वेश्वरं भवम
उमापतिं पशुपतिं विश्वरूपं महेश्वरम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka extols various forms of Lord Shiva, highlighting his omnipresence and divinity.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka reveres Lord Shiva by calling him the Lord of all, the universal god. It acknowledges him as the ultimate being who encompasses everything and describes his various forms, such as Uma’s consort and the lord of animals.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक भगवान शिव की विभिन्न रूपों की वंदना करता है, उन्हें सभी का स्वामी और ब्रह्मांड के देवता के रूप में प्रस्तुत करता है। यह उन्हें सर्वव्यापी और सम्पूर्णता का प्रतीक मानता है, जिसमें उमा के पति और पशुओं के स्वामी के रूप में उनके विभिन्न रूपों का वर्णन होता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is from the Ashvamedhika Parva, emphasizing the ritual significance of Lord Shiva in Vedic traditions.

Meaning

It conveys the essence of devotion towards Lord Shiva, representing his multiple forms and universal sway in the cosmos.

Application

Devotees can use this shloka in their prayers to invoke blessings from Lord Shiva, promoting spiritual growth and protection.