Mahabharata Shanti Parva – ऋचाम आदिस तथा साम्नां यजुषाम आदिर उच्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

ऋचाम आदिस तथा साम्नां यजुषाम आदिर उच्यते
अन्तश चादिमतां दृष्टॊ न चादिर बरह्मणः समृतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The foundational essence of the Vedas is eternal and beyond form.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka states that the beginning of the hymns, including the Rigveda, Samaveda, and Yajurveda, is recognized as Brahman, who is without beginning, middle, or end. It emphasizes the timelessness of Vedic knowledge.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि ऋग्वेद, सामवेद, और यजुर्वेद के मंत्रों की शुरुआत को ब्रह्म माना जाता है, जो न आदि है, न मध्य और न अंत। यह वेदों के ज्ञान की अमरता को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse underscores the significance of Vedic mantras in relation to the concept of Brahman in the Shanti Parva, stressing their eternal relevance.

Meaning

It conveys that Vedic knowledge is rooted in an eternal truth, guiding seekers toward liberation, despite physical and temporal limitations.

Application

By engaging deeply with Vedic texts, we can cultivate a deeper understanding of the universe and our place within it, fostering spiritual growth.