Mahabharata Shanti Parva – मानुषाणाम अधिपतिं देवभूतं सनातनम

Shloka (श्लोक)
मानुषाणाम अधिपतिं देवभूतं सनातनम
देवाश च बहु मन्यन्ते धर्मकामं नरेश्वरम
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka emphasizes the worship of the eternal divine being who governs humanity and is revered by the gods for righteousness.
Translations
English Translation
This verse speaks of the eternal divine presence that is the leader of all mankind and is highly valued by the gods, who respect the lord for righteousness and desire for virtue.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक उस शाश्वत दिव्य अस्तित्व की बात करता है, जो सभी मनुष्यों का अधिपति है और जिसे देवता धर्म और सद्गुण की चाह के लिए उच्च सम्मान देते हैं।
Commentary
Context
This shloka comes from the Shanti Parva, which deals with cosmic order and righteousness, articulating the divine’s role in governance.
Meaning
The shloka underscores the reverence towards the eternal entity who leads humanity, highlighting moral responsibility and divine authority.
Application
In our lives, we can reflect on the virtues of righteousness and responsibility in leadership, seeking alignment with divine principles.
