Mahabharata Shanti Parva – एतान देवान नमस्यन्ति परताप परणता जनाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

एतान देवान नमस्यन्ति परताप परणता जनाः
न बरह्माणं न धातारं न पूषाणं कथं चन

⚡ Quick Meaning

People honor these gods but ignore the ultimate creator.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka identifies that while people worship the various deities, they often overlook the supreme divine creator, Brahman, and the sustaining force, suggesting the need for recognition of the ultimate source of existence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि लोग विभिन्न देवताओं को पूजते हैं, लेकिन वे सर्वोच्च सृष्टिकर्ता, ब्रह्म और पालनहार की अनदेखी करते हैं, यह सुझाव देते हुए कि अस्तित्व के अंतिम स्रोत को पहचानने की आवश्यकता है।

Commentary

Context

It highlights the relationship between worship and recognition of the creator in the discourse found in Shanti Parva.

Meaning

The verse underscores the importance of acknowledging the source of all existence while honoring deities.

Application

This encourages deep reflection on our spiritual practices and the recognition of a singular divine source.