Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – सर्पिः पङ्का हरदा यत्र बहवश चान्न पर्वताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सर्पिः पङ्का हरदा यत्र बहवश चान्न पर्वताः
रसाला कर्दमाः कुल्या बभूवुर भरतर्षभ

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes a landscape rich in food and beauty, highlighting the abundance in the kingdom.

Translations

English Translation

The verse paints a picture of a fertile land where food is plentiful. It mentions rivers flowing with ghee and the vast spread of food offerings, showcasing the richness of the land during the Ashvamedha (horse sacrifice) ceremony.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक उपजाऊ भूमि का चित्रण करता है जहाँ भोजन भरपूर है। यह स्पष्ट रूप से बताता है कि भूमि में घी से भरे नदियाँ बह रही हैं और खाद्य दानों का विशाल वितरण हो रहा है, जो अश्वमेध यज्ञ के दौरान इस धरती की समृद्धि को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Ashvamedhika Parva, focusing on the rituals associated with the Ashvamedha sacrifice.

Meaning

It illustrates the significance of divine offerings and the celebratory atmosphere that accompanies major sacrifices.

Application

This verse encourages appreciation for abundance and the prosperity of life that should be celebrated through rituals and communal gatherings.