Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तस्मिन काले ऽथ सुरभिर देवी दाक्षायणी शुभा

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्मिन काले ऽथ सुरभिर देवी दाक्षायणी शुभा
उपरिष्टात ततस तस्य सा बभूव पयस्विनी

⚡ Quick Meaning

At that time, the wonderful goddess Dakshayani appeared, and from above, she became a sacred source of milk.

Translations

English Translation

This verse marks the divine appearance of the goddess Dakshayani, symbolizing purity. She manifests as a source of nourishment, represented by milk, symbolizing auspiciousness and prosperity. Her presence serves to sanctify the event and suggests divine blessings being bestowed upon the rituals.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक देवी दाक्षायणी की दिव्य उपस्थिति को दर्शाता है, जो पवित्रता का प्रतीक है। वह दूध के स्रोत के रूप में प्रकट होती हैं, जो शुभता और समृद्धि का प्रतीक है। उनकी उपस्थिति इस घटना को पवित्र करती है और बताती है कि धार्मिक अनुष्ठानों पर दिव्य आशीर्वाद बरसाए जा रहे हैं।

Commentary

Context

This appearance in the Shanti Parva signifies the divine intervention in human affairs, highlighting the importance of auspicious moments and blessings during rituals.

Meaning

The representation of divine entities illustrating nourishment also hints at how spiritual enrichment is available through sacred actions performed with pure intent.

Application

In modern society, this teaching indicates the importance of inviting positivity and purity in our actions, seeking divine guidance through sincere and righteous endeavors.