Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – पुण्या पुण्यतमैर जुष्टा गङ्गा भागीरथी शुभा

Shloka (श्लोक)

पुण्या पुण्यतमैर जुष्टा गङ्गा भागीरथी शुभा
पतत्य अजस्र वेगेन हरदे चान्द्रमसे शुभे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse celebrates the sacredness and beauty of the Ganga river.

Translations

English Translation

The verse lauds the heavenly Ganga River, blessed and cherished by the virtuous, flowing perpetually with auspicious speed, much like the moon reflecting its radiance. The Ganga symbolizes purity and divinity, essential for spiritual progress.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक पवित्र गंगा नदी की पूजा करता है, जो पुण्यवानों द्वारा प्रिय और संरक्षित है, जबकि यह चंद्रमा के समान अपनी तेज गति से निरंतर प्रवाहित होती है। गंगा पवित्रता और दिव्यता का प्रतीक है, जो आध्यात्मिक प्रगति के लिए आवश्यक है।

Commentary

Context

This verse in Bhishma Parva highlights the significance and reverence of the Ganga, emphasizing its role in spiritual cleansing.

Meaning

The Ganga is celebrated not only for its physical existence but for its spiritual essence that purifies and uplifts the soul.

Application

This encourages people to seek purity and spiritual growth through their actions, akin to the qualities represented by the Ganga.