Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – कस्यान्यस्य सुरैः सर्वैर लिङ्गं मुक्त्वा महेश्वरम

Shloka (श्लोक)

कस्यान्यस्य सुरैः सर्वैर लिङ्गं मुक्त्वा महेश्वरम
अर्च्यते ऽरचित पूर्वं वा बरूहि यद्य अस्ति ते शरुतिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the authority under which Shiva is worshipped by other gods.

Translations

English Translation

The verse contemplates the worship of Maheshwara (Shiva) by other deities and questions on what basis they perform such reverence. It encourages contemplation of divine hierarchy and respect.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक अन्य देवताओं द्वारा महेश्वर (शिव) की पूजा पर विचार करता है और यह सवाल उठाता है कि वे किस आधार पर ऐसा सम्मान करते हैं। यह दिव्य पदानुक्रम और सम्मान पर ध्यान केंद्रित करने के लिए प्रेरित करता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Anushasana Parva, this verse draws attention to the roles of deities and their relationships with one another and with Shiva.

Meaning

This indicates the superior nature of Shiva and prompts a deeper look into the dynamics of worship among the divine.

Application

One should understand their own place in the larger framework of spirituality and respect for higher powers.