Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यथा भाजनम अच्छिद्रं निःशब्दम इव लक्ष्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

यथा भाजनम अच्छिद्रं निःशब्दम इव लक्ष्यते
तच चाम्भसा पूर्यमाणं सशम्ब्दं कुरुते ऽनिलः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The nature of the wind, akin to a silent container, influences the filled space.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka depicts how just like a pot with holes remains silent, the wind fills the space it occupies without making any noise. The analogy compares the wind’s presence in a filled container, showcasing its power yet silence.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात को दर्शाता है कि जैसे छिद्रित बर्तन में कोई आवाज़ नहीं होती, वैसे ही वायु उस स्थान को भर देती है जहाँ यह है। यह उपमा वायु की शक्ति और मौनता को प्रदर्शित करती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emerges from the Shanti Parva, encapsulating the deep philosophical essence of the elements and their interactions.

Meaning

This shloka illustrates the nature of the wind as a powerful yet silent force that fills space, analogous to a seemingly empty but filled container.

Application

In real life, this shloka encourages us to recognize the unseen forces that impact our existence, urging introspection and mindfulness.