Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अङ्गुष्ठाद असृजद बरह्मा मरीचेर अपि पूर्वजम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अङ्गुष्ठाद असृजद बरह्मा मरीचेर अपि पूर्वजम
सॊ ऽभवद भरतश्रेष्ठ दक्षॊ नाम परजापतिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Brahma created Daksha, the foremost Prajapati, from his thumb, akin to Marichi.

Translations

English Translation

From his thumb, Brahma generated Daksha, a significant Prajapati, who is considered a preeminent progenitor in the lineage of gods and sages, showcasing the creative powers of Brahma.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपनी अंगूठे से, ब्रह्मा ने दक्ष को उत्पन्न किया, जो एक प्रमुख प्रजापति हैं, और उन्हें देवताओं और ऋषियों की वंशावली में महत्वपूर्ण माना जाता है, जो ब्रह्मा की रचनात्मक शक्तियों को प्रदर्शित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Shanti Parva illustrates the lineage and creation process, emphasizing the significance of Prajapati in the cosmic order.

Meaning

It symbolizes the diverse modes of creation, reflecting the divine power manifested through Brahma.

Application

This encourages recognizing one’s origins and understanding the broader context of creation and responsibilities as caretakers of existence.