Mahabharata Shanti Parva – देव यानचरॊ विष्णॊः पितृयानश च तामसः

Shloka (श्लोक)

देव यानचरॊ विष्णॊः पितृयानश च तामसः
दवाव एतौ परेत्य पन्थानौ दिवं चाधश च गच्छतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes two paths for souls after death, one towards the deities and the other towards the ancestors.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka indicates that there are two paths after death: the way of the gods which leads to the heavenly realm and the way of the ancestors which takes the soul downwards. It emphasizes the choices available upon leaving the physical body.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि मृत्यु के बाद दो मार्ग होते हैं: देवताओं का मार्ग जो स्वर्ग की ओर ले जाता है और पितरों का मार्ग जो आत्मा को नीचे ले जाता है। यह भौतिक शरीर को छोड़ने के समय उपलब्ध विकल्पों पर जोर देता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated within the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, which discusses the nature of life and death, and the journey of the soul.

Meaning

It illustrates the two diverging paths one may take after their earthly existence, highlighting the contrast between ascension and descension.

Application

Understanding these paths can inspire individuals to live a life that aligns more with spiritual goals rather than purely materialistic pursuits.