Mahabharata Shanti Parva – पृथिवीं चार्तरूपां ते समपश्यन दिवौकसः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पृथिवीं चार्तरूपां ते समपश्यन दिवौकसः
दानवैर अभिसंकीर्णां घॊररूपैर महाबलैः
भारार्ताम अपकृष्टां च दुःखितां संनिमज्जतीम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The celestial beings observed the earth, overwhelmed by the powerful demons.

Translations

English Translation

This verse depicts the distressing sight of the earth, besieged by fierce and powerful demons, which caused anguish to the divine beings. It reflects the detrimental impact of malevolent forces disrupting the balance of creation and the role of the divine in its protection.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक शक्तिशाली दानवों द्वारा घेराबंदी की गई पृथ्वी के निराशाजनक दृश्य को चित्रित करता है, जिससे दिव्य प्राणियों को दुःख होता है। यह बताता है कि दुष्ट शक्तियों का प्रभाव सृष्टि के संतुलन को भंग करता है और दिव्य की रक्षा की भूमिकाओं को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This context speaks to the adversities faced by all beings, including the celestial ones, as described in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

The image of a suffering earth reflects the interconnectedness of all existence, reminding us that suffering is not limited to one realm.

Application

This serves as a call to protect and nurture our world, acknowledging the responsibility we have towards the well-being of all forms of life.