Mahabharata Shanti Parva – परजापतिर इदं सर्वं तपसैवासृजत परभुः

Shloka (श्लोक)

परजापतिर इदं सर्वं तपसैवासृजत परभुः
तथैव वेदान ऋषयस तपसा परतिपेदिरे

⚡ Quick Meaning

All creation comes from the Lord through austerities, and in the same way, the Vedas and sages have attained their knowledge through austerities.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes that everything in creation, including the wisdom contained in the Vedas, emerges from the supreme being through the power of tapas (austerities). The sages have also achieved knowledge and insights via dedicated practices of austerity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि सृष्टि का सब कुछ, जिसमें वेदों का ज्ञान भी शामिल है, सर्वोच्च देवता से तप के माध्यम से उत्पन्न होता है। ऋषियों ने भी तप की कड़ी साधना के माध्यम से ज्ञान और अंतर्दृष्टि प्राप्त की है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is from the Shanti Parva and highlights the significance of tapas in spiritual and material creation. It speaks about the origin of wisdom and existence.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka is that through disciplined practices and austerities, profound knowledge and creation manifest. It underscores the power of inner strength.

Application

Practicing austerities or tapas can lead to higher knowledge and understanding. This applies to spiritual seekers aiming for enlightenment and self-realization.