Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – ततः परं माल्यवतः पर्वतॊ गन्धमादनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततः परं माल्यवतः पर्वतॊ गन्धमादनः
परिमण्डलस तयॊर मध्ये मेरुः कनकपर्वतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka refers to the mountain Gandhamadana and its relation to Mount Meru.

Translations

English Translation

This verse describes the Gandhamadana mountain, near Malyavan, and introduces the idea of Mount Meru, visualizing it as the axis of the universe, representing spiritual symbolism.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक माल्यवान के निकट गन्धमादन पर्वत का उल्लेख करता है और मेरु पर्वत का विचार प्रस्तुत करता है, जिसे ब्रह्मांड का ध्रुव मानते हुए आध्यात्मिक प्रतीक के रूप में दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of Bhishma Parva, enriching the narrative with mythical geographical elements.

Meaning

It underscores the spiritual significance of these mountains, particularly Mount Meru, in the Hindu cosmological framework.

Application

This verse encourages the exploration of spiritual geography and its role in shaping cultural beliefs and traditions.