Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अणीयसाम अणीयांसं सथविष्ठं च सथवीयसाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अणीयसाम अणीयांसं सथविष्ठं च सथवीयसाम
गरीयसां गरिष्ठं च शरेष्ठं च शरेयसाम अपि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes varying qualities and magnitudes in nature and existence.

Translations

English Translation

This verse elaborates on the contrasts between the subtle and the gross, affirming that even the smallest and heaviest forms bear comparison, implying that all qualities, regardless of scale, have their own significance in the cosmic order.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सूक्ष्म और स्थूल के बीच के अंतर को विस्तार से बताता है, यह साक्षात्कार करते हुए कि सबसे छोटा और सबसे भारी रूप भी तुलनीय हैं, यह दर्शाते हुए कि सभी गुणों की अपनी महत्वपूर्णता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is a part of the Shanti Parva, focusing on the nature of existence and the inherent value of all beings and forms.

Meaning

The shloka conveys that every entity, regardless of its apparent size or weight, holds an essential place in the cosmos.

Application

This teaching invites us to appreciate the diversity of existence and to recognize that every individual plays a role in the universal narrative, encouraging respect for all forms of life.