Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न हि विष्णुः परनमति कस्मै चिद विबुधाय तु

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हि विष्णुः परनमति कस्मै चिद विबुधाय तु
ऋत आत्मानम एवेति ततॊ रुद्रं भजाम्य अहम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka declares that Lord Vishnu does not bow to anyone, but rather, all should worship him with utmost sincerity.

Translations

English Translation

In this verse, it is stated that Lord Vishnu does not prostrate to anyone among the demigods. Instead, he embodies righteousness and is the essence of truth; thus, the speaker worships Lord Rudra (Shiva) in reverence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में कहा गया है कि भगवान विष्णु किसी देवता के सामने नहीं झुकते। वह धर्म का रूप हैं और सत्य का सार हैं; इसलिए, वक्ता श्रद्धा से भगवान रुद्र की पूजा करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is from the Shanti Parva, highlighting the unique status of Vishnu as supreme and the importance of worship in the hierarchy of deities.

Meaning

It signifies that true devotion is directed towards the supreme, and even other gods respect the power of Vishnu.

Application

This verse inspires followers to maintain unwavering devotion, emphasizing the supremacy and uniqueness of Vishnu in spiritual practice.