Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – एष माता पिता चैव सर्वेषां पराणिनां हरिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

एष माता पिता चैव सर्वेषां पराणिनां हरिः
परं हि पुण्डरीकाक्षान न भूतं न भविष्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the idea of God as the ultimate parent of all living beings.

Translations

English Translation

This verse states that Lord Hari is the mother and father of all beings. He is the eternal presence that ensures the sustenance and continuity of life, transcending past and future.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि भगवान हरि सभी प्राणियों के माता और पिता हैं। वह अनंत उपस्थिति हैं, जो जीवन की निरंतरता और पोषण सुनिश्चित करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka expresses the universal custodianship of deities as seen in the Bhishma Parva of the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It reflects the belief that divinity nurtures all life forms as a parent would nurture their children.

Application

This encourages a compassionate view towards all living beings, nurturing the concept of universal love.