Mahabharata Shanti Parva – औद्भिदाः सवेदजाश चैव अण्डजाश च जरायुजाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

औद्भिदाः सवेदजाश चैव अण्डजाश च जरायुजाः
जज्ञे तात तथा सर्वं जगत सथावरजङ्गमम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka defines the categories of living entities upon creation.

Translations

English Translation

This verse states that all beings, whether they are born from the earth, the womb, or the egg, were created, referring to both mobile and immobile lifeforms, indicating the thoroughness of creation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में कहा गया है कि सभी प्राणी, चाहे वे पृथ्वी से, गर्भ से या अंडे से उत्पन्न हुए हों, का निर्माण हुआ, जिसमें स्थावर और जंगम दोनों जीवन रूपों का उल्लेख है, जो सृष्टि की सम्पूर्णता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is included in the Shanti Parva, illustrating Brahma’s comprehensive approach to creation.

Meaning

This categorization hints at the interconnectedness of all life forms, emphasizing our shared existence.

Application

Embrace and respect all forms of life, recognizing that every being has a role and purpose in the ecosystem.